Tip #258: Cognitive Load Theory Impact on Multimedia
For this week’s Tip, I draw from “The Cognitive Load of PowerPoint: Q&A with Richard E. Mayer,” by Cliff Atkinson. Richard Mayer refers to his
For this week’s Tip, I draw from “The Cognitive Load of PowerPoint: Q&A with Richard E. Mayer,” by Cliff Atkinson. Richard Mayer refers to his
According to Cognitive Load Theory and the Role of Learner Experience: An Abbreviated Review for Educational Practitioners (2008), by Anthony R. Artino, Jr., there are
I had originally thought that I could simply tell you what the cognitive load theory effects are. However, when I looked at them more closely,
In early December, Janis Taylor sent me this intriguing note: I forget how I came across ‘cognitive load theory’ but I find it fascinating. I
The intention of cognitive load theory is to avoid overwhelming the learner with new information. I will do my best. For the purpose of honest
There are three different ways to view the revised model, with thanks again to David A. Sousa in How The Brain Learns: Cognitive Processing: The
Most training programs have traditionally begun with a welcome to the training program, an introduction of the trainer, and then 10-30 minutes (or more!) focus
“Learning”is defined as “the acquisition of knowledge or skill.” “Retention”is defined as “the preservation of a learning in such a way that it can be
This week, our Tip refers to information drawn from a magnificent book: How the Brain Learns, by David A. Sousa (Thousand Oaks, CA: Corwin Press,
In his excellent book: The Accelerated Learning Handbook, Dave Meier advises: “Make sure to get people out of their seats and provide opportunities for physical
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