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Publication Date: 1982-Nov
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Comprehending Technical Discourse: The Effects of Text Organization, Visuals, and Performance.
Scarborough, Jule Dee
Man/Society/Technology, v42 n2 p25-26 Nov 1982
A study was made of factors that affect the comprehension of technical discourse. Results showed that when no visual was used: (1) the schematic organization enhanced comprehension and (2) students who participated in the activity outperformed those who did not participate. (CT)
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research; Guides - Non-Classroom
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Language: English
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