Can quizzing help kids with language delays learn new words?
NCT ID NCT06026124
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looked at whether asking children with developmental language disorder to repeatedly recall new words helps them learn better than just hearing the words. Twenty-seven 4- and 5-year-olds learned made-up words during storybook reading. The goal was to see if retrieval practice boosts word learning and memory.
What this could mean
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Active substance
repeated spaced retrieval (a learning technique)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could point toward better teaching methods for children with language disorders.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 27 children. Results may not apply to all children or real-world settings.
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Locations
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Purdue University
West Lafayette, Indiana, 47907, United States
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Purdue University's SLHS laboratories (8445 Keystone Crossing)
Indianapolis, Indiana, 46240, United States