Abigail C. Doolen | UX Research Portfolio

Retrieval Dynamics in Narrative Memory

An experimental study examining retrieval dynamics among three levels of narrative memory to develop a theory of how the levels are related in memory.

Literature Review | Multivariate Testing | Mixed Effects Modeling

Highlights

Project Aim

Examine retrieval dynamics among three levels of narrative memory to develop a theory of how the levels are related in memory.

Research Methods

Implemented a modified retrieval practice paradigm to test memory after retrieval.

Analyses: Mixed-Effects Modeling, Bayesian statistics, Descriptive statistics, ANOVA, ANCOVA, MANOVA

Observations and Insights

Proposed a "cognitive efficiency theory" to account for how people retrieve narrative information from memory.

My Role - Primary Investigator

This project was my dissertation. As such, I conducted all aspects of research for this project as primary investigator. My PhD advisor, Dr. Radvansky, provided minimal input throughout the stages of research and supported writing of the manuscript with feedback as he encouraged me to develop into an independent researcher.