Research Opportunities for Students

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Research in the Baby Language Laboratory focuses on the nature and processes of language acquisition in typically developing children and children with language impairments. Emphasis is given to basic science, although the findings from our laboratory also have important implications for clinical and educational practice. We use a range of behavioral methods, including naturalistic observation and experimental training studies.

Graduate Student Training

Students interested in graduate training in developmental psychology, cognitive science, normal language acquisition and/or language pathology are invited to contact Dr. Lisa Gershkoff-Stowe directly. As a graduate student in our lab, you can expect a close mentoring relationship and an opportunity to develop a course of study that is tailored to your individual needs. Students are encouraged and supported to assume an active role in developing their research and teaching skills early on. Training is provided on how to publish a research article, write grants, and present at national conferences. Financial support from scholarships, fellowships, research and teaching assistantships is available to students admitted into the doctoral program. Additional information about graduate programs at Indiana University is available by following the links below. IUB - Department of Speech and Hearing Sciences IUB - Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences IUB - Cognitive Science Program IUB - Developmental Training Grant

Undergraduate Student Training

Undergraduate students can earn research credit in Speech and Hearing Sciences or Psychological and Brain Sciences. Working in a research laboratory is an opportunity to gain valuable research experience and to work closely with a faculty mentor. Hours are flexible, but students must be available approximately 10 hours per week. Number of positions typically available each semester: 2 - 4 Number of research credit hours: 3 (Speech and Hearing Sciences or Psychological and Brain Sciences) Number of semesters student is expected to participate: 2 or more Project description: This lab is investigating the processing mechanisms involved in the ability to speak and understand language. Research is carried out on normally developing children and children with language impairments affecting their ability to access words in lexical memory. Description of student’s responsibilities including required skills and knowledge: Participate in laboratory meetings, collect data from human participants, contribute to data analysis. The following skills are desirable but not necessary: computer programming, statistical analysis, experience with young children. Download Application Fill out this application and e-mail it to Dr. Lisa Gershkoff-Stowe or drop it off at the Speech and Hearing Department. Informational Flyer