Table 2 The effects of elaboration training on outcome variables (Learning motivation and prerequisite course performance were controlled as covariates)
Outcomes | Elaboration without training (n = 44) | Elaboration with training (n = 47) | F | p | Partial η2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Meta-cognitive load (Mental effort) | 27.82 (4.99) | 30.34 (4.23) | 5.74 | 0.02* | 0.06 |
Mid-term exam score | 74.25 (3.72) | 78.02 (3.16) | 26.65 | 0.00*** | 0.23 |
Final exam score (Delayed test) | 72.52 (3.53) | 77.49 (3.87) | 38.03 | 0.00*** | 0.30 |