The effectiveness of conversation based approach training on theory of mind and meta knowledge of reading

The aim of the present study was to evaluate the effectiveness of conversation based approach training on theory of mind and meta knowledge of reading . in a quasi experimental design ( pre test post test and fallow up with control group ) , 44 elementary boy students( 24 for first study and 20 for second) was selected through cluster sampling and convenience sampling in order . each participant in each group fill out strange stories , comprehension test and meta comprehension test . In first study 24 students ( mean age of 9 to 10) randomly assign in experimental and control group. Data was analyzed through analysis of covariance (ANCOVA). and analysis of gain scores. Result show that in both study children in the experimental group performed significantly better on the ToM task at post-test and follow-up. Furthermore the generalization of training effect on meta knowledge was seen only in 9 to 10 year olds students.