Cognitive Learning Theory Trust 
Integrated Learnings
DECEMBER 12, 2012
I recently started reading Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman, and the chapter on cognitive ease offered all sorts of implications for eLearning design. This, combined with additional discussion in the book, suggests that a bad mood creates cognitive strain, and a good mood promotes cognitive ease. By Shelley A.
Experiencing eLearning
FEBRUARY 15, 2022
Much of my work as an instructional designer involves writing–and we have a lot of research to guide us on how to write to support learning. Good instructional writing is “practical application that is grounded in theory,” to borrow a phrase from Judy Katz. Conversational tone. What does that mean? Organizing content.
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Clark Quinn
JUNE 8, 2021
First, of course, I have to point out my own Learning Science for Instructional Designers. She writes about new facets of cognition that open up a whole area for our understanding. Also her previous track record; I mind-mapped her talk on learning myths at a Learning Solutions conference). Let me explain.
Kapp Notes
DECEMBER 16, 2014
This is a meta-analysis of 43 studies involving a pedagogical agent to facilitate learning. How Effective are Pedagogical Agents for Learning? This meta-analysis examined the effect of using pedagogical agents on learning by reviewing 43 studies involving 3,088 participants. Abstract One. Schroeder, N. Adesope, O. Abstract Two.
Association eLearning
JUNE 22, 2016
And it dawned upon me that the franchise is a surprisingly good metaphor for gamified learning. Making role-based learning experiences is a good way to avoid this. Learning by Doing (Battling and Gaining Experience). Learning by doing is much more active than starting with a “How To.” The successful ones win badges.
Experiencing eLearning
APRIL 14, 2009
The presentation also shows how these principles complement the following adult education theories: constructivism, andragogy, cognitive economy, and asynchronous learning. “Positive facilitation directs the energy to make learning easier.&#. How does energy flow within the learning environment?
eFront
FEBRUARY 24, 2015
Think of all the trainings left untouched or uncompleted in your learning management system. How will their learning affect the KPIs? Omitting the individual learning needs of your employees during the planning phase will cost you in the long-run. Will they prefer asynchronous learning materials? But it’s true.
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