About the Lab

The goal of our lab is to learn more about early language and communication in children, including those with autism and language delays.  We look at:

• How does parent-child interaction facilitate early child language?
• What are the strengths that autistic people bring to language learning?
• How does social engagement in children with autism affect language development?

Most of our studies are conducted online. You and your child will complete games and activities with one of our research staff, and your child may watch some videos or images. A typical research visit with LI+TLE Lab takes about 2 hours, during which you will be with your child at all times. Before you begin, we will review all the information about the study with you and make sure that all of your questions are answered. We will give you some brief paperwork to complete, including a consent form.

Then, the study will begin, but you and your child can decide to stop participation at any time if you are uncomfortable or if your child is unhappy.  At the end of the visit, we will give offer you and your child a small gift to say ‘thank you’.