Perceptual grouping in good and poor readers

Abstract

A selective attention task was used to measure perceptual grouping processes in 9- to 10-yearold children who were classified as good, average, and poor readers. Results showed that there is a negative correlation between perceptual grouping effects and reading ability: Grouping effects are stronger for poor readers. This relationship is maintained whether or not an optimal strategy for performing the selective attention task is provided. © 1985 Psychonomic Society, Inc.