Indonesian Journal of Education Methods Development
Vol. 5 (2019): February

Paper versus Screen: Impact on Reading Comprehension and Speed

Ely Shuhadah Tajuddin (Faculty of Cognitive Science & Human Development, University Malaysia Sarawak)
Fitri Suraya Mohamad (Faculty of Cognitive Science & Human Development, University Malaysia Sarawak)



Article Info

Publish Date
18 Feb 2019

Abstract

Choosing the appropriate reading format is important for students to achieve effective reading. This quasi-experimental study investigates the effects of paper versus screen on reading comprehension and speed among undergraduate students who are currently enrolled in a public university in Sarawak. The general objective of this study is to investigate the formats for effective reading and comprehension among undergraduates. Instruments that have been used in this study were a set of questionnaires, a set of general interest articles, corresponding comprehension questions, and an online timer. Findings revealed that students tended to have better reading comprehension when reading on the screen. Conversely, students were able to read faster using the paper format. Data also revealed that there is significant difference between paper and screen formats for both reading comprehension and reading speed.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

ijemd

Publisher

Subject

Education

Description

Aim : This journal aimed at communicating the results of research of professors, teachers, practitioners, and scientists in the field of education covering teaching areas in primary education or all education, applied science and critical analytical studies education. - Readers targeted by this ...