Performance of bookkeeping tasks: Computerized cognitive training programs - Lampit et al. - 2014 - Article

One method for improving cognitive performance is through computerized cognitive training. In this chapter the researchers use a classic example of mid-level skilled occupational task (in this case, bookkeeping) to explore the effectiveness of a cognitive training program on work-related task performance. With effectiveness they mean the speed and accuracy of work-related task productivity.

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The hypothesis was confirmed and the computerized cognitive training improved the effectiveness. The observed effects were caused by the training and cannot be explained by test-retest and Hawthorn effects. Also, because the performance in the study is very likely very similar to the participants’ actual bookkeeping skills, transfer of learnt skills is very likely. Because computerized cognitive training programs can increase the workforce productivity, it is important this study is repeated in the workplace environment. Improving workforce cognition along the lifespan is very important in maintaining economic prosperity.

Even though the relationship has been established, the underlying working mechanisms stay unclear.

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