Research & Evaluation

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AEIOu Research Project / for children who are deaf/hard of hearing

AEIOu Research Project

Doctor examining infant's earThe purpose of this project is to collaborate in a national study with the University of Colorado- Boulder to examine the language skills of young children between the ages of 14 and 36 months who are deaf and hard of hearing. The study examines the language strengths and weaknesses of these children as reported on standardized measures (parent report) to identify factors that are predictive of successful language outcomes. Data collection is complete, analyses are in progress.

Contact:

Anne Bradford Harris
608-263-5796
harris@waisman.wisc.edu

To learn more visit: Early Hearing Detection and Intervention

Evaluation of Developmental Monitoring using LTSAE in Early Head Start Settings

Evaluation of Developmental Monitoring using LTSAE in Early Head Start Settings

This study addresses the need to evaluate the feasibility and effectiveness of developmental monitoring using the Center for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) “Learn the Signs. Act Early.” (LTSAE) resources in Early Head Start settings. The goals of the study are to determine the feasibility of integrating LTSAE into Early Head Start operations, and to determine the impact of developmental monitoring using LTSAE on provider and parent knowledge and practice related to early identification of developmental delay.

Contact:

Gail Chödrön, PhD
608-890-0145
chodron@wisc.edu

Longitudinal Study of Wisconsin Adult Long Term Care

Longitudinal Study of Wisconsin Adult Long Term Care

The purpose of this study is to understand changes over time in services and quality of life for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities who receive adult long term care supports in the state of Wisconsin. Family members and individuals with IDD will complete an online survey once a year for five consecutive years during the study.

Contact:

Leann Smith DaWalt
608-890-1390
lesmith2@wisc.edu

Wisconsin Sound Beginnings EHDI Program

Wisconsin Sound Beginnings EHDI Program

Sound Beginnings Logo: orange, teal and green squares with text: Wisconsin Sound Beginnings is funded by an MCHB grant to the state Department of Health Services to assure that all babies born in Wisconsin receive newborn hearing screening and appropriate follow-up.  Working with the Regional Centers for Children and Youth with Special Needs in Wisconsin, parents of children diagnosed with hearing loss are offered family support and resources to promote access to relevant services.  These efforts are coordinated through a contract with the Waisman Center.

Contact:

Anne Bradford Harris
608-263-5796
harris@waisman.wisc.edu

The Study to Explore Early Development (SEED)

The Study to Explore Early Development (SEED)

SEED is a nationwide study of autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities. In collaboration with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Wisconsin SEED is now evaluating the impact of COVID-19 on families with young children. This new research will help highlight the impact of disruptions in services (including but not limited to intensive behavioral therapies in children with autism) on long-term health outcomes.

Girl Playing with Toys with BeadsContact:

Maureen Durkin
608-263-7507
mdurkin@wisc.edu

Wisconsin Surveillance of Autism and Other DD (WISADDS)

Wisconsin Surveillance of Autism and Other DD

This is a multiple source investigation to determine and monitor the number of eight year-old children in the population with an autism spectrum disorder and/or intellectual disability. The Wisconsin study is also investigating cerebral palsy. This is a joint undertaking with CDC and the protocol is being implemented in several other states in the nation.

WISADDS Logo: light purple Contact:

Maureen Durkin
608-263-7507
mdurkin@wisc.edu

You can also view Our Programs in an Alphabetical Annotated List of Programs.