We’ve talked before about whether print or on-screen reading is better for comprehension, with research generally showing print is more effective at initial comprehension and long-term material retention. A new study from the University of Valencia in Spain has reached the same conclusion. For the study, researchers analyzed more than two dozen studies (almost 470,000 … Continue reading “Revisiting Print Books vs. On-Screen Reading for Comprehension”
Month: January 2024
Guest Blog: The Renaissance of Learning: Embracing Education in Retirement
Retirement, a phase often synonymous with rest and relaxation, holds the potential for an unexpected and enriching journey — a renaissance of learning. This period, traditionally viewed as a slowdown, can instead be a gateway to intellectual and personal revival. In today’s blog post on AceReader, we explore how engaging in educational endeavors during retirement … Continue reading “Guest Blog: The Renaissance of Learning: Embracing Education in Retirement”
The Tachistoscope for Reading Fluency
A tachistoscope shows a flashcard image of a word or phrase for a very brief period of time, with the goal of developing the subject’s sight comprehension of what was shown. During World War II, the US Armed Forces, led by Samuel Renshaw (1892-1981), an American psychologist, taught sailors and pilots how to identify enemy/friendly … Continue reading “The Tachistoscope for Reading Fluency”