Comprehension of media
We experience information across a variety of media, such as texts, comics, and TV and movies. We study how adults make sense of different media, and what is common and unique about those experiences.
The Media Comprehension Lab is directed by Joe Magliano and studies three areas of research.
What helps adults succeed with media
Adults vary in many ways that help them become successful with processing media. This variability has implications for being prepared for college, the work force, and lifelong learning. We study what makes adults ready to make sense of media in these contexts.
Constructed responses and computational methods
We learn about how adults make sense of media by having them write or talk about their understanding of texts, comics, or movies and TV shows — constructed responses. We use computational methodologies to make sense of those responses.
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