title: Learning mnemonics: a preliminary evaluation of a computer-aided instruction package for the elderly.
abstract: Sixty-two normal elderly subjects averaging 71 years old were taught a common mnemonic device for recall of lists using a Computer-Aided Instruction (CAI) package. Improvement in list-learning after CAI training was not statistically different from a separate group of 218 elderly subjects who received instruction from a trainer in a normal classroom situation. Improvement in the CAI group was significantly related to higher scores on the Openness to Experience subscale of the NEO-Personality Inventory. CAI devices for memory training in the elderly may find a place in training selected elders on specific areas of memory loss.
authors.affiliation: Northwestern University Medical School.
authors.forename: S I
authors.initials: SI
authors.lastname: Finkel
authors.forename: J A
authors.initials: JA
authors.lastname: Yesavage
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D000375:Aging / Q000523:psychology*; D003194:Computer-Assisted Instruction; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008568:Memory; D011939:Mental Recall; D008875:Middle Aged