APS
2023 APS Annual Convention · 2023
The Role of Age, Technological Experience, and Reading Skill for on-Screen Reading.
- Emily Newborough
University of New England - Haley Enos
University of New England - Gracie Ouellette
University of New England - Lauryn Alley
University of New England - Sarah Gray
University of New England - Nicole Martin
Univeristy of New England - Jennifer Stiegler-Balfour
University of New England
Abstract
The present study examined whether age, computer experience, technophobia, and reading comprehension skill predict performance on digital devices for older and younger adults. Results revealed that computer anxiety and reading comprehension ability predicted performance rather than age. The results are discussed within the context of the Generational Digital Hypothesis.
Memory
