Computer-Mediated Text and Comprehension Differences: The Role of Reading Time, Reader Preference, and Estimation of Learning.

Reinking, David

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Publication Date: 1988

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Computer-Mediated Text and Comprehension Differences: The Role of Reading Time, Reader Preference, and Estimation of Learning.

Reinking, David

Reading Research Quarterly, v23 n4 p484-98 Fall 1988

Investigates whether readers comprehend a text better when it is displayed conventionally (on printed pages) or computer-mediated (offering the reader access to additional information, or controlling the reader's processing of the text). Comprehension scores were significantly higher for readers of the computer-mediated, computer-assisted texts. (SR)

Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Confidence Testing, Elementary Education, Grade 5, Grade 6, Reading Comprehension, Reading Research

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