Date of Award
5-1989
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Arts
Department
Psychology
First Advisor
Dr. Michael S. Wogalter
Second Advisor
Dr. Barbara K. Sholley
Third Advisor
Dr. Frederick J. Kozub
Abstract
This study attempted to determine if training and familiarization with a composite construction system would improve the quality of subjects' composite production. Subjects were trained in the use of the Mac-a-Mug Pro system over two sessions. During the course of the two meetings, subjects constructed eleven composites (six from memory and five with the face in-view) and were allowed time to practice with the system. Results suggests that the quality of subjects' composites improved with practice. However, training with the composite system prior to exposure to the first face did not lead to higher quality composites. These results have implications for the training of personnel at high risk of witnessing a crime.
Recommended Citation
Marwitz, David Bradley, "Training potential witnesses to produce higher quality face composites" (1989). Master's Theses. 518.
https://scholarship.richmond.edu/masters-theses/518