Coaching parents on toddler talk to address word gap

The video discusses a language development experiment aimed at increasing word exposure for toddlers in low-income families through the Providence Talks program. It highlights the 30 million word gap, intervention strategies, challenges faced, and the program's impact. The initiative uses digital language processors to count words and involves social workers to guide parents. Despite some progress, challenges remain due to socioeconomic factors. The program plans to expand significantly in the coming years.

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