An Exploratory Study on the Differences Between Screen Reading and Paper Reading
Screen reading and paper reading are two forms of reading based on different information media.There is no unified consensus on individual attitudes and preferences towards screen reading versus paper reading;research findings on the processual differences between the two are also inconsistent.Test scores from screen reading are generally lower than those from paper reading.The reasons for these disparities in reading performance can be explained by the following theories:Cognitive Load Theory,Shallow Processing Hypothesis,Cognitive Mapping Construction Model,and the Materiality of Media Theory.Future research needs to further explore the reasons for these differences in reading performance;investigate the influencing factors for these disparities;employ research methods that delve into the reading process,using standardized measurement tools;and conduct applied research aimed at improving screen reading performance.
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