Tangible manipulatives and digital content: the transparent link that benefits young deaf children

Authors:
Becky Sue Parton;Robert Hancock;Anita D. duBusdeValempré
Affiliations:
Southeastern Louisiana University, Hammond, LA;Southeastern Louisiana University, Hammond, LA;Southeastern Louisiana University, Hammond, LA
Venue:
Proceedings of the 9th International Conference on Interaction Design and Children
Year:
2010

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Abstract

In this paper a prototype system called 'Language Acquisition Manipulatives Blending Early-childhood Research and Technology' (LAMBERT) is described. The system allows children, in particular Deaf pre-schoolers, to play with toys that trigger multimedia presentations designed to introduce and reinforce American Sign Language (ASL) nouns through the use of Radio Frequency Identification (RFID). A pilot study has been conducted and initial results indicate positive perceptions of the system among educators. Advanced features of the system are currently under development and are delineated.