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The Effects of Frequency and Density on Character Recognition Speed and Accuracy by Elementary and Advanced L2 Readers of Chinese.

Authors :
Sergent, Wallace K.
Everson, Michael E.
Source :
Journal of the Chinese Language Teachers Association. Feb-May 1992 27(1-2):29-44.
Publication Year :
1992

Abstract

Students at the U.S. Air Force Academy participated in a study of Chinese language skill acquisition. Findings included more rapid and accurate character recognition was associated with higher proficiency; printed frequency had the greatest effect upon accuracy of naming; character density correlated with recognition accuracy; and denser characters required longer reaction time. (22 references) (LB)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0009-4595
Volume :
27
Issue :
1-2
Database :
ERIC
Journal :
Journal of the Chinese Language Teachers Association
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
EJ453011
Document Type :
Journal Articles<br />Reports - Research