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e-Babylab is an open-source tool enabling online developmental research with young children. This platform facilitates data collection comparable to lab settings, enhancing accessibility and diversity in studies.

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  • Human-Computer Interaction
  • Research Methodology

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  • The COVID-19 pandemic necessitated adaptations in developmental research methodologies.
  • There is an increasing need for accessible, diverse, and naturalistic online research solutions for infants and children.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce e-Babylab, an open-source, browser-based platform for conducting unmoderated online developmental studies.
  • To demonstrate the feasibility and efficacy of e-Babylab for research with young children.

Main Methods:

  • e-Babylab provides a user-friendly interface for creating studies, managing participants, and presenting audiovisual stimuli.
  • Data collection includes webcam/audio recordings, key presses, mouse/touch coordinates, and reaction times.
  • The platform supports adaptive versions of the MacArthur-Bates Communicative Development Inventories.

Main Results:

  • e-Babylab has been successfully implemented in over 12 studies with 1516 children (12 months to 8 years).
  • Data quality, participant engagement, and study outcomes in online settings are comparable to traditional laboratory studies.
  • The tool allows for customizable information pages, consent, and participant forms.

Conclusions:

  • e-Babylab offers a viable solution for conducting online developmental research, overcoming pandemic-related limitations.
  • The platform enhances the potential for diverse samples and naturalistic data collection in developmental studies.
  • Future upgrades are planned to further expand the capabilities of e-Babylab.