Training potential witnesses to produce higher quality face composites
Publication Year:
1989
Citation
19. Marwitz, D. B., & Wogalter, M. S. (1989). Training potential witnesses to produce higher quality face composites. Proceedings of the Human Factors Society, 33, 1324-1328.
Abstract
Michael S. Wogalter Psychology Department Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Troy, NY 12180 This study attempted to determine if training and familiarization with a face composite system would improve the quality of the produced composites. Subjects were trained in the use of the Mac-a-Mug Pro system over two sessions during which they constructed eleven composites (six from memory and five with the face in view). The results indicate that the composites produced while the target face was in view were significantly better than the composites produced from memory, and that both improved with practice. Initial training with the composite system prior to exposure to the first face or after the first face did not affect composite quality. These results have implications for the training of personnel at high risk of witnessing a crime.
Publication Details
- Source
- Proceedings of the Human Factors Society
- Volume
- 33
Publication Type
Conference Papers / Proceedings