The comprehension of texts: Inferential processes in adults and children

old_uid14026
titleThe comprehension of texts: Inferential processes in adults and children
start_date2014/05/22
schedule10h30-12h
onlineno
summaryAn essential component of the comprehension of a text (or of multiple texts) is the construction of a coherent mental representation of the textual information. To construct such a representation, a reader must identify meaningful relations between the var ious elements in the text(s) and between those elements and prior knowledge. Identification of such relations depends on inferential processes. The first part of the presentation will describe current models of inference generation in reading, distinguishi ng between the process and product of comprehension. The second part will present results from cross - sectional and longitudinal studies on the development of inferential skills and on differences between proficient and struggling readers. The results show both systematic differences and continuities in the development of inference - generation abilities. The presentation will conclude with a brief discussion of the results from neuropsychological investigations of the process of comprehension during reading.
responsiblesRigalleau, Croizet