The Effects of Audio and Audio-visual Stimuli on Language Comprehension and Memory
Date of Submission
Spring 2024
Document Type
Closed Research Project
Degree Name
Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology
Department
Speech-Language Pathology
First Advisor
Beatriz Barragan, PhD
Abstract
This study examines the effect of audio and audio-visual stimuli on language comprehension and memory. Participants were divided into two groups of 15: one group receiving only audio stimuli and the other receiving both audio and visual stimuli. Each group answered two sets of questions, with the first set administered immediately after exposure to the stimuli, and the second set given 10 minutes later. Results revealed no significant difference in comprehension between the two groups immediately after exposure. However, participants exposed to audio-visual stimuli exhibited better performance on the delayed set of questions compared to the performance immediately after exposed to the stimuli, suggesting a delayed effect of the stimuli on memory and comprehension. These findings highlight the importance of considering multi-sensory approaches in enhancing language comprehension and memory in clinical practice.
Recommended Citation
Babiarz, Nicole, "The Effects of Audio and Audio-visual Stimuli on Language Comprehension and Memory" (2024). Speech-Language Pathology Research Projects. 21.
https://scholarworks.atsu.edu/slp-researchprojects/21