Situation Models

Situation models are mental representations we create to understand and interpret a specific scenario or text. They help us organize details about characters, settings, events, and relationships to build a coherent understanding of what’s happening. Essentially, they act like a mental map that integrates information, allowing us to make sense of complex situations, follow stories, and predict future actions. These models are flexible, updating as new information becomes available, and are fundamental to comprehension and reasoning in everyday life and reading.