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The Effects Of Background Music On Sustained Attention Tasks And Workload Perception, William Hove
The Effects Of Background Music On Sustained Attention Tasks And Workload Perception, William Hove
Undergraduate Distinction Papers
In the world that we live in that is populated by music many of the places we go, it is important to question how this music could impact our ability to work. This study aimed to observe the relationships between different classifications of background music and performance on a sustained attention task, as well as the perception of workload. 55 participants were randomly assigned to a difficult or easy attention task and to a music condition. Building off of prior research in workload and sustained attention, this study approaches these topics through the lens of stimulating and relaxing background music.
Assessing Workload In The Classroom Using Interactive Presentation Software, Connor Mackenzie
Assessing Workload In The Classroom Using Interactive Presentation Software, Connor Mackenzie
Undergraduate Honors Thesis Projects
Perceived workload assessments in children have been administered individually in laboratory settings. This study assessed workload in a classroom using the interactive presentation tool Mentimeter to administer the NASA-Task Load Index (NASA-TLX). Children assessed workload following two cognitive tasks. In addition, the children completed a self-report of executive function. Findings revealed that children’s perceived workload matched the objective demands of the task indicating that workload assessments may be a useful tool in the classroom. Although executive function predicted objective performance, it did not predict perceived workload.
The Influence Of Preferred Music On Vigilance And Mental Workload, Michelle H. Wang
The Influence Of Preferred Music On Vigilance And Mental Workload, Michelle H. Wang
Undergraduate Honors Thesis Projects
Music is found in various aspects of daily life. Many individuals listen to music while completing mentally demanding tasks. The current study aims to explore the relations between music on attention performance and perceived mental workload. Participants completed two identical vigilance tasks under two different conditions, preferred music and silence. Following each vigilance task, participants rated their experience according to the six subscales of the workload index, NASA-TLX, for each condition. Even though we did not observe a main effect of music, there are many robust interactions. Overall, participants performed better (more correct detection, fewer false alarm and faster response …