Working memory (WM), which includes short-term memory and cognitive control, has been found to be closely related to a wide range of high-level cognitive abilities and academic achievement. Prior studies showed children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder improved their WM and fluid intelligence through computerized cognitive training (CCT) in a clinical setting.
This research examined whether regular middle-school students would significantly improve their WM through CCT on WM; and if so, whether increase in WM would lead to improved fluid intelligence and science achievement. Two...