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The Jordan University of Science and Technology is actively participating in a development and harmonization project, specifically aimed at creating a tool to measure language development in children. This project has received support from the Economic and Social Challenges Council (ESRC) in the United Kingdom.

A collaborative research team from the Department of Rehabilitation Sciences at the Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences at the Jordan University of Science and Technology, in conjunction with researchers from the University of Newcastle and the University of Plymouth in the United Kingdom, as well as various researchers in Lebanon, Egypt, and Palestine, is engaged in a research initiative titled:

'Language Development in Arabic-Speaking Children in the Early Years: Addressing the Foundations of Academic and Social Inequalities.'

The primary objective of this project is to develop and adapt a tool to assess language development in children aged 8 to 48 months. This tool aims to provide researchers, speech and language specialists, educators, and parents with the means to identify early signs of language delay in children, allowing for timely intervention to facilitate their language development and integration with their peers. It is important to note that research indicates potential negative consequences for children with language delays, including academic, social, and functional difficulties that can impact society as a whole. Another key goal of the project is to create a user-friendly development application for accessing and utilizing the tool. Additionally, workshops will be conducted to introduce the project to relevant stakeholders, including ministries such as the Ministry of Health, the Ministry of Social Development, the Ministry of Education, academic institutions, and public and non-governmental organizations dedicated to supporting child development.

The project has received a total funding of £1,520,611. To access the project website, please follow this link