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Cognitive Assessment and the Media

Author(s):
Oltman, Philip K.
Publication Year:
1983
Report Number:
RR-83-10
Source:
ETS Research Report
Document Type:
Report
Page Count:
15
Subject/Key Words:
College Board, Cognitive Processes, Information Processing, Media Research, Psychological Testing, Television

Abstract

The present-day information environment is heavily saturated with electronic media. What are the properties of these media, and how does massive exposure to them affect the cognitive functioning of the audience? These and related issues are reviewed, and some implications for cognitive assessment are suggested. (15pp.)

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