Visual attentional theory Flashcards
1
Q
what is visual attention?
A
the ability to rapidly select the most relevant information
2
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what is the visual attention span hypothesis
A
deficit in allocation of attention across letter strings
- limits the number of letters that can be processes when reading
- ability to encode fast is implicated
3
Q
Strengths of the visual attentional theory
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deficits in simple matching tasks which don’t require naming
4
Q
Weaknesses of the visual attentional theory
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some argue that phonological deficits cause difficulties found in visual attention span
5
Q
Bosse et al (2007)
A
Reading disorders not due to phonological disorders but disorders of visual processing
