This is an experiment investigating the ability to learn to type sequences.
In this experiment you will repeatedly type a 9 digit sequence (e.g., 3-4-2-1-3-1-2-4-3)
as quickly and accurately as possible. You will then have a break between trials.
After training, you will then do a some math problems.
After, you will again type the sequence.
The goal of each trial is to correctly type the entire sequence as quickly as possible 12 times and then the
trial will end.
It is important that you type the sequence as quickly as you can, but not at the expense of making
errors because only sequences that have all 9 elements in the correct order will count as a completed
sequence.
To type these sequences, you will use the #1 through #4 keys located near the top left of
the computer keyboard. You must use your LEFT HAND to type the sequences. Please place your:
pinky finger: on the 1 key
ring finger: on the 2 key
middle finger: on the 3 key
index finger: on the 4 key
PLEASE USE YOUR LEFT HAND!
You are now ready to begin the experiment. A countdown screen will be shown before each sequence is given to
you.
When the countdown screen finishes, a new screen will appear telling you to type the sequence that is
shown.
The 10 second trial begins immediately so you should be ready to type the sequence when the countdown
is complete.
The first trial will be a practice trial and will only last 10 seconds.
You must complete only ONE sequence during the warmup or you will
repeat it.
For this trial, please focus on being as accurate as possible.
The rest of the trials will last until you complete 12 sequences.
Please be advised:
Your complete ATTENTION and FOCUS is required to participate in this experiment!
That means that you need to CONCENTRATE and do the absolute best that you can.
If you are unable to do so, please leave the experiment now.
Click the button if you are able to participate.
Please type the sequence as quickly and accurately as possible.
Please type the sequence on the screen.
Use your LEFT HAND as QUICKLY and ACCURATELY as you can.
The task will begin in ? seconds.
The next sequence will begin in ? seconds.
You will now add two digit numbers for a little while.
Please make sure you are doing the task the entire time.
If you do not stay on the screen, the countdown timer will not work.
The task will begin in ? seconds.
Add the below numbers together, and type your answer in the field.
When you are satisfied with your answer, please press enter to proceed to the next problem.
? + ?
=
The task will begin in ? seconds.