APS
2023 APS Annual Convention · 2023
The Effect of Working Memory and Reading Goal on Inferring Themes from a Text
- Kristin Ritchey
Ball State University - Raven Hill
- Gabriella Gonzalez
- Macy Rieman
- Rishi Sarin
- Rebecca Wood
Ball State University
Abstract
Prior research shows working memory capacity (WMC) and reading goal affect reading processes. This study will examine how WMC and goal affect construction of generalization inferences, or the superordinate theme of a text. College students will summarize expository paragraphs under two reading goals and complete a reading span task.
