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ERIC Number: EJ1005476
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2013
Pages: 8
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ISSN: ISSN-0883-0355
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Reading Linear Texts on Paper versus Computer Screen: Effects on Reading Comprehension
Mangen, Anne; Walgermo, Bente R.; Bronnick, Kolbjorn
International Journal of Educational Research, v58 p61-68 2013
Objective: To explore effects of the technological interface on reading comprehension in a Norwegian school context. Participants: 72 tenth graders from two different primary schools in Norway. Method: The students were randomized into two groups, where the first group read two texts (1400-2000 words) in print, and the other group read the same texts as PDF on a computer screen. In addition pretests in reading comprehension, word reading and vocabulary were administered. A multiple regression analysis was carried out to investigate to what extent reading modality would influence the students' scores on the reading comprehension measure. Conclusion: Main findings show that students who read texts in print scored significantly better on the reading comprehension test than students who read the texts digitally. Implications of these findings for policymaking and test development are discussed. (Contains 2 tables.)
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Elementary Education; Elementary Secondary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Norway
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