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Quantifying language development from birth to 3 years using the Early Language Milestone Scale.

J Coplan1, J R Gleason

  • 1Dept of Pediatrics, State University of New York-Health Science Center, Syracuse 13210.

Pediatrics
|December 1, 1990
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A new point-scoring method for the Early Language Milestone Scale (ELMS) offers improved clinical and research utility. This method provides detailed normative data for children from birth to 36 months, enhancing early language development assessment.

Area of Science:

  • Developmental Psychology
  • Linguistics
  • Pediatric Assessment

Background:

  • The Early Language Milestone Scale (ELMS) is a tool used to assess language development in young children.
  • The original ELMS utilized a pass/fail scoring method, which may limit its sensitivity in capturing developmental nuances.
  • There is a need for refined assessment tools to accurately track early language acquisition and identify potential delays.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce and validate a novel point-scoring technique for the Early Language Milestone Scale (ELMS).
  • To provide comprehensive normative data for the ELMS point-scoring system across the first 36 months of life.
  • To evaluate the clinical and research advantages of the new scoring method compared to the original pass/fail approach.

Main Methods:

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  • Development of a point-scoring system for the ELMS.
  • Collection of normative data from a 1982 cross-sectional sample.
  • Validation of the scoring technique using a separate longitudinal sample.
  • Correlational analyses with established developmental tests (e.g., Stanford-Binet, PPVT, ITPA).

Main Results:

  • Presentation of mean ELMS point scores, standard deviations, and percentile equivalents for ages 0-36 months.
  • Demonstration of correlations between ELMS point scores and scores on other standardized developmental assessments.
  • Evidence supporting the enhanced sensitivity and utility of the point-scoring method.

Conclusions:

  • The point-scoring technique for the ELMS provides a more nuanced and informative assessment of early language development.
  • This method offers significant advantages for both clinical practice and research applications in developmental pediatrics.
  • The updated scoring system enhances the ability to track language milestones and identify children needing intervention.