The LEARN Lab at Northwestern University You and your child are invited to participate in a research study about reading!! The LEARN Lab (http://learnlab.northwestern.edu ) is conducting a Is your child: • Between 7 and 11 years old • Speaking English as their primary language at home (and exposed to English before age 1) How To Participate: • You and your child would come to Northwestern University in Evanston for about 2 hours of reading assessment activities. • Your child may also be invited for an EEG brainwave measure (about 1.5 hours) after completing the reading assessment. EEG is a child-friendly and non-invasive way of measuring the brain. EEG is safe and uses no radiation. We will record the EEG brainwaves while your child listens to speech sounds, reads some letters, or watches a movie.• These visits can be scheduled at your convenience, on weekdays, weekends, or holidays. • You and your child will be compensated with a $25 gift card per visit for your participation. Contact Information If you are interested or have any questions, please contact: LEARNlab@northwestern.edu or 847-868-2255 We look forward to working with you! Dr. Elizabeth Norton and the LEARN Lab team at Northwestern University This study was reviewed by the Northwestern University IRB #STU00205493 Title: The brain basis of letter-sound integration and its relation to reading skills in children |
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