Research Projects

 

Developing Neural Networks in Young Children and their Impact on Learning

A team of CRECHE researchers are dedicated to developing new understandings of the neurobiological basis for perceptions, movements, emotions, communications, and learning that contribute to social and academic outcomes of infants and children with and without disabilities.  Currently, our research focuses on furthering knowledge about the neural  networks that underlie visual perception (Dr. Herdman) and/or working memory (Dr. Hoskyn) among children with dyslexia.

Lead Researchers:  Dr. Maureen Hoskyn, Dr. Tony Herdman

Early Prevention and Intervention

Researchers affiliated with CRECHE are committed to building “knowledge communities” of researchers, professionals and parents dedicated to supporting the learning and development of children and youth who are vulnerable to poor developmental outcomes due to economic and/or biological disadvantage. CRECHE research emphasizes pedagogical approaches based on children’s social and neurobiological development. 

Lead Researchers: Dr. Maureen Hoskyn, Dr. Lucy LeMare

Language and Literacy Practices of Young Immigrant Children Living in a Pluralistic Society

A number of researchers affiliated with CRECHE have conducted studies to learn more about the linguistic and cultural resources that young immigrant children access as they engage in  a pluralistic Canadian society.  This research takes on a broad perspective for we are also interested in pursuing understandings of language use and identity across the lifespan, intergenerational transmission of language and literacy practices in the home, school, and community.

Lead researchers: Dr. Danièle Moore, Dr. Diane Dagenais, Dr. Kelleen Toohey & Dr. Maureen Hoskyn

First Nations Children’s Early Learning and Social Development

CRECHE studies that explore the sociolinguistic and sociocultural contexts that lead to heritage language and multi-literacy outcomes of children enrolled in First Nations heritage language programs in British Columbia. 

Lead Researchers: Dr. Danièle Moore, Dr. Margaret MacDonald