Our BDC Lab members have been making incredible strides in research and professional development, and we are excited to celebrate some of their recent accomplishments!
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2025 Transcription Project Overview
This semester the BDC lab has launched the Transcription project! We are transcribing language samples we collected using Systematic Analysis of Language Transcripts (SALT) software. SALT conventions are followed during this stage. This process allows for the creation of standard LSA reports.
Language sample analysis (LSA) is used to assess the spoken language abilities of bilingual children who speak Vietnamese or Spanish as a home language. LSA measures are culturally responsive, unbiased, and useful for assessing natural spoken language. Thus, are able to support current research being conducted and tasks for identifying Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) in bilingual speakers. 🗣️🧂💻
The Bilingual Development in Context Lab is dedicated to investigating bilingual children who speak Vietnamese or Spanish at home.
2024 DLD Awareness Day
The team at the BDC lab celebrated Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) Awareness Day!
DLD is a communication disorder that cannot be explained by any other condition. It is one of the most common developmental disorders, impacting 1 in 14 children in kindergarten. However, it is difficult to identify. DLD can affect a child’s speech, comprehension, reading, and writing. The disorder first emerges in childhood and can have long-term effects on someone’s academic, personal, and professional life. That said, treatment and support are available!
Bilingual children are frequently over- and under-identified with DLD. At the BDC lab, we are committed to serving bilingual families and children with and without language disorders.
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