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Working Memory in L2 Reading: Does Capacity Predict Performance?

Harrington, Michael; Sawyer, Mark – 1990

A study was conducted at the International University of Japan to see if second language (L2) working capacity correlates with L2 reading ability in advanced English-as-a-Second-Language (ESL) learners. The study consisted of a set of memory tests (Simple Digit, Simple Word, and Complex Span Test) and a set of measures of reading skills given to…

Descriptors: Advanced Students, Cognitive Measurement, Correlation, English (Second Language)

Correlations Between the Porteus Maze Test Qualitative Score and Age and Recidivism Rates of Female Correctional Inmates.

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Pearson, Virginia L. – 1973

This study investigated correlations between the Qualitative score of the Porteus Maze Test and age and rates of recidivism of correctional institution inmates. In addition, the study was structured to provide answers to the following questions: (1) Is there a relationship between age and rates of recidivism and the Conformity-Variability score of…

Descriptors: Adolescents, Adults, Age, Comparative Analysis