26th Annual Student Research Conference
E-Book vs. Printed Book: How the Medium Affects Comprehension
Amanda R. Kerr*, Rachel A. Pattermann, and Jessica L. Murfin
Dr. Janet Gooch, Faculty Mentor
This research project focused on the use of electronic books vs. printed books and how the medium affected comprehension. Specifically, elementary students were asked to read two separate books, one on the iPad and the other in traditional print format. Questions to assess their reading comprehension were asked. The number of questions answered correctly for the electronic book vs. the printed book was compared. In addition, students provided an oral retell of the story and retells were analyzed.
Keywords: iPad, Comprehension, Reading, School-age children
Topic(s):Communication Disorders
Presentation Type: Oral Paper
Session: 111-1
Location: MG 1096
Time: 8:00