University of St Andrews Baby and Child Lab

University of St Andrews Baby and Child Lab The official page of the University of St Andrews Baby and Child Lab: conducting research into how children learn. Who do children prefer to learn from?
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Parents are often amazed at the kinds of things their children do. Ever wondered, “How did my child learn that?”

At the University of St Andrews Baby and Child Lab we are trying to understand just that – how children learn. We are a team of developmental psychologists made up of St Andrews university staff and students, conducting research into the developing minds of children. At what age can th

ey start to remember past experiences? What can they understand about the world around them? These are all questions we try to answer. Using fun, game-like puzzle tasks, we investigate these developmental milestones in children all the way from infancy up until young adulthood. We work with children of all ages at many different places, including Glasgow and Dundee Science Centre, St Andrews Aquarium, and local schools and nurseries in Fife. Alternatively, we also invite you to our purpose-built Baby and Child Lab. Centrally located in the School of Psychology and Neuroscience building in St Mary's Quadrangle on St Andrews' South Street, our spacious facility provides a child-friendly environment in which to conduct our research. On a typical visit you can expect to be greeted by our dedicated Child Lab staff, who will provide you and your child with refreshments in our waiting room and talk to you more about the study. When everyone is ready, we begin the activities in one of our purpose-built research rooms. Sometimes parents prefer to stay beside their children for the duration of the study, but we also have an observation room adjacent to our main space from which you can watch your child's progress. If you have come all the way to the lab to participate, we like to offer your child a special gift as part of their visit as a thank you for taking part and contributing to the world class research we do here. With a collection of toys and games and a motivated and friendly team of staff and volunteers, the Baby and Child Lab is a fantastic environment for our visitors. If you would be interested in getting involved with our work, we would be very happy to add you to our participant database so that we can approach you when future studies come up. Alternatively, you can follow this page for up-to-date information about upcoming projects and outreach activities, such as family days. If you would like to know more, please do get in touch! You can message us on Facebook, or email our Lab Manager at [email protected]. If you are representing an educational establishment in Scotland, the lab is keen to foster close links with you in the interest of future collaboration. Much of our work takes place in schools and nurseries, and we would very much like to create more opportunities for partnership between the university and surrounding clubs and institutions. Please contact the Lab Manager Geraldine at [email protected] if you would be interested in working with us.

Invitation for your child to participate in a fun study on imitation abilities at the University of St AndrewsIs your ch...
12/11/2024

Invitation for your child to participate in a fun study on imitation abilities at the University of St Andrews
Is your child/ward 2-, 3- or 4-years old?
We are a team of researchers from the University of St Andrews and the University of the West of Scotland, and we are reaching out with an invitation for your child/ward to take part in a fun 'Simon says'-type study, via which we aim to learn more about how young children imitate bodily actions (e.g., raise arm, interlink fingers) as compared to chimpanzees and orangutans. 🦧 (And don't worry, we won't have any nonhuman animals present!)
This study, titled ‘Imitation in 2-, 3- and 4-year-old children’, is divided over two sessions of about 40 minutes each. The two sessions will take place on two different weekdays, at a time convenient for you, at the University of St Andrews Baby and Child (ABC) Lab (School of Psychology and Neuroscience, St Mary’s Quad, South Street, St Andrews, Fife, KY16 9JP), between 9am and 4pm.
We kindly request allocating one hour for each visit. This extra time allows us to address any questions you might have, complete the consent form, and ensure your child/ward feels comfortable before the study begins. Our goal is to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable experience for all participants. You can find more information about the study in our Participant Information Sheet – just scan the QR code below.
Your child/ward will receive stickers as a thank you for taking part in each session. Upon completing the second testing session, they will also be gifted a book and a certificate to celebrate their contribution.
Should you require childcare for siblings and/or a travel stipend, please let us know in advance.
If you would like to take part, email us at [email protected] with your availability during weekdays, and we’ll find a convenient timeslot. We look forward to meeting you!
Best wishes,
University of St Andrews Baby and Child (ABC) Lab

07/11/2024

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Neuroscience for Kids! We are making Sparkle Amygdala Bottles. Find us at the Science Fair today!
27/10/2024

Neuroscience for Kids! We are making Sparkle Amygdala Bottles. Find us at the Science Fair today!

24/10/2024

Mind and Matter 2024 Inspiring | Creating | Engaging A Day of Discovery and Inspiration for Curious Minds We invite you to be inspired, creative and learn about the fascinating world of research with a programme full of hands-on activities, exhibits and shows from across disciplines. There will be s...

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ABC Lab does Neuroscience for Kids at this FREE science family day SUNDAY 27th October! 11AM-3PM
17/10/2024

ABC Lab does Neuroscience for Kids at this FREE science family day SUNDAY 27th October! 11AM-3PM

Can you balance on one leg with your eyes shut? Have you ever wondered how the materials that power smartphones are developed? How do you piece together a poem written on worm-eaten manuscript? 🤔

Explore these questions and many more at the University's Mind and Matter family-friendly science festival.

🗓 Sunday 27 October
⏰ 11am-3pm
📍 Schools of Medicine and Physics & Astronomy, North Haugh, St Andrews

There will be more than 50 exhibits on display, check out the full details on the event website.

https://ow.ly/87g750TJLZ0

A Day of Discovery and Inspiration for Curious MindsWe invite you to be inspired, creative and learn about the fascinati...
07/10/2024

A Day of Discovery and Inspiration for Curious Minds
We invite you to be inspired, creative and learn about the fascinating world of research with a programme full of hands-on activities, exhibits and shows from across disciplines. There will be something for all ages: From an inflatable planetarium and simulations of the northern light sky to muddy mini-experiments, DNA origami and time-travelling pollen, from poetry and brain puzzles to watching clever dogs, counting dolphins and making your very own dragon. University of St Andrews

Mind and Matter 2024 Inspiring | Creating | Engaging A Day of Discovery and Inspiration for Curious Minds We invite you to be inspired, creative and learn about the fascinating world of research with a programme full of hands-on activities, exhibits and shows from across disciplines. There will be s...

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Friday 4 October 2024
10:00am to 11:00am
Wardlaw Museum
Help your little one explore the world around them through museum objects, stories, songs, crafts and things to do and spot. This event is for children 0 to 5 years and whoever looks after them.

Help your little one explore the world around them through museum objects, stories, songs, crafts and things to do and

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17/07/2024

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Parents are often amazed at the kinds of things their children do. Ever wondered, “How did my child learn that?” At the University of St Andrews Baby and Child Lab we are trying to understand just that – how children learn. We are a team of developmental psychologists made up of St Andrews university staff and students, conducting research into the developing minds of children. Who do children prefer to learn from? At what age can they start to remember past experiences? What can they understand about the world around them? These are all questions we try to answer. Using fun, game-like puzzle tasks, we investigate these developmental milestones in children all the way from infancy up until young adulthood. We work with children of all ages at many different places, including Nibbles 'N' Giggles in St Andrews, Dundee Science Centre, St Andrews Aquarium, and at local schools and nurseries in Fife. Alternatively, we also invite you to our purpose-built Baby and Child Lab. Centrally located in the School of Psychology and Neuroscience building in St Mary's Quadrangle on St Andrews' South Street, our spacious facility provides a child-friendly environment in which to conduct our research. On a typical visit you can expect to be greeted by our dedicated Child Lab staff, who will provide you and your child with refreshments in our waiting room and talk to you more about the study. When everyone is ready, we begin the activities in one of our purpose-built research rooms. Sometimes parents prefer to stay beside their children for the duration of the study, but we also have an observation room adjacent to our main space from which you can watch your child's progress. If you have come all the way to the lab to participate, we like to offer your child a special gift as part of their visit as a thank you for taking part and contributing to the world class research we do here. With a collection of toys and games and a motivated and friendly team of staff and volunteers, the Baby and Child Lab is a fantastic environment for our visitors. If you would be interested in getting involved with our work, we would be very happy to add you to our participant database so that we can approach you when future studies come up. Alternatively, you can follow this page for up-to-date information about upcoming projects and outreach activities, such as family days. If you would like to know more, please do get in touch! You can message us on Facebook, or email our Lab Coordinator Geraldine at [email protected]. If you are representing an educational establishment in Scotland, the lab is keen to foster close links with you in the interest of future collaboration. Much of our work takes place in schools and nurseries, and we would very much like to create more opportunities for partnership between the university and surrounding clubs and institutions. Please contact the Lab Coordinator Geraldine at [email protected] if you would be interested in working with us.

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