Month: February 2023

The Influence of Antecedent Semantics on Pronoun Interpretation

Understanding how antecedent semantics influence pronoun interpretation is like deciphering a code during a treasure hunt. In some psycholinguistic theories, pronouns are thought to be resolved by accessing information from their linguistic antecedents. However, this study challenges that idea by exploring if the semantics of antecedent expressions play a role in interpreting pronouns. The researchers […]

Published on February 6, 2023

Cognition: A Study in Mental Economy

Just like a chef needs the right ingredients to create a delicious meal, cognitive scientists need an economic perspective to understand the mind. By viewing cognition as the productive application of mental resources, we can see how closely connected cognitive science and economics truly are. It’s like finding out that peanut butter and jelly were […]

Published on February 6, 2023

The Eyes Have It: Tracking Gaze Data to Predict Student Comprehension

Just like a detective following the trail of clues, teachers can now use eye-tracking devices to visualize where students’ gaze goes during online lectures. By analyzing this gaze data, teachers can gain insights into students’ level of comprehension and engagement with the lecture material. Two studies were conducted to explore the relationship between gaze measures […]

Published on February 6, 2023