Child Memory Lab
Current Studies
Current Studies
Why not join us in the lab as a participant in one or more of our studies? Studies vary from one session to five sessions, and all involve fun activities that help us learn more about how children remember things! Please contact us if you are interested in participating in our research, or have any questions about our research.
Interactions with On​line Media Content and Memory
Samantha Barbosa​, PhD student
In partnership with the Child Memory Lab at Wilfrid Laurier University, I am inviting children between the ages of 7-14 years old and one of their parents or guardians to participate in a study about children's internet and website knowledge!
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This study includes one session at Wilfrid Laurier University in the Child Memory Lab or one online session over Zoom! Before the first visit, you will be asked to complete an online informed consent and questionnaire which will take no more than 10 minutes. The session will take approximately 35-40 minutes. The Children will interact with online content and will answer some questions about what they saw and their website knowledge!
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The purpose of this study is to better understand how children interact with and process online information. We are hoping to measure children’s general knowledge on websites and the credibility of the online content. Our study utilizes new online eye-tracking technology that allows us to track participants' eye-movements and map their gaze when looking at online content! Your participation will help contribute to important, scientific research on children’s internet and website knowledge! This research study has received clearance through the Laurier Research Ethics Board (REB #8864).
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Parents/Guardians will receive compensation of a $15 Amazon or Indigo e-gift card for their children's participation.
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If you are interested in participating in this study or if you would like more information, please do not hesitate to contact us, or contact Samantha Barbosa!
Contact Information: Samantha Barbosa or Dr. Kim Roberts
Email: barb2050@mylaurier.ca or kroberts@wlu.ca
Phone: 519-884-0710 ext. 2871 or 3225
Instagram: @childmemorylab
Teaching children how to evaluate the credibility of online websites!
Emily Wood, MA Student
In partnership with the Child Memory Lab at Wilfrid Laurier University, we are inviting children between the ages of 8-12 years old to participate in a fun and interactive online study! The purpose of this study is to help children in their navigation and understanding of different online sources.
We are expecting to recruit approximately 80 children and one parent/guardian. Children must be between the ages of 8-12 years old. Eligible participants must speak and read English and must be able to communicate verbally. Participants must have access to a camera and microphone.
The study includes three online sessions, which will be carried out over Zoom.
Parents/Guardians will receive compensation their children's participation.
If you are interested in participating in this study or if you would like more information, please do not hesitate to contact us, or contact Emily Wood!
Contact Information: Emily Wood or Dr. Kim Roberts
Email: ecwood@wlu.ca or kroberts@wlu.ca
Phone: 519-884-0710 ext. 2871 or 3225
Instagram: @childmemorylab
Understanding Peer Selection Processes in STEM Activities!
Meagan Girard, MA Student
In partnership with the Child Memory Lab at Wilfrid Laurier University, we are inviting children between the ages of 6-12 years old to participate in a fun and interactive online study! The purpose of this study is to understand how different factors influence who children want to partner up with on STEM based activities.
We are expecting to recruit approximately 60 children. Children must be between the ages of 6-12 years old. Eligible participants must speak and read English and must be able to communicate verbally. Participants must have access to a camera and microphone.
The study includes one online session, which will be carried out over Zoom. Parents/Guardians will receive compensation their children's participation.
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If you are interested in participating in this study or if you would like more information, please do not hesitate to contact us, or contact Meagan Girard!
Contact Information: Meagan Girard or Dr. Kim Roberts
Email: gira2810@mylaurier.ca or kroberts@wlu.ca
Phone: 519-884-0710 ext. 2871 or 3225
Instagram: @childmemorylab