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Cognitive Load Theory: The Key to Smarter Instructional Design

Origin Learning

What is cognitive load theory (CLT)? ‘Cognitive’ means mental and ‘load’ means burden, so this theory basically studies the mental load that the human brain faces when learning happens. This is what a schema does: it helps in shedding some of the cognitive load.

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Video and Research AI Tools: ID Links 1/16/24

Experiencing eLearning

This post includes links related to AI tools for video storytelling and summarizing research, character images, competency mapping, and task analysis. Video and research AI tools Visla: All-in-one Video Storytelling AI video tool for video editing and generation. What is Cognitive Task Analysis?

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Best Practices to Ensure Successful Custom e-Learning Development

Infopro Learning

Include real-life scenarios and cognitive theories so that the learners can associate themselves with the facts and situations. Adding multiple interactivities in the online learning content keeps the learners engaged and interested in the training or course. The idea is to eliminate monotonous communication.

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What is Cognitive Load, and Why Does It Matter for Corporate Training and Development?

ej4 eLearning

Science has given a name to how “heavy” a presentation can be: Cognitive load.

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Agile Microlearning Explained

Cognitive science theories already supply the answers. Learner engagement and retention doesn’t have to be a mystery. Learn how OttoLearn packages them into a single platform you can use to deliver microlearning based reinforcement training, and go beyond completions to focus on outcomes.

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Storyline Accessibility and Mayer’s Principles

Scissortail's Learning Nest

Storyline allows us to add captions to video and audio files or to import caption files. For many Deaf people who use sign language, reading captions is using a second language, so it adds an extra layer of cognitive load that’s not ideal for learning. Captions aren’t a perfect solution for everyone. More on that in a bit.

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Scenario-Based Learning Q&A with Devlin Peck

Experiencing eLearning

If the video isn’t embedded above, you can watch the recording on YouTube or on Crowdcast. How do you know if you have too many branches, and risk cognitive overload for the learner? I had the pleasure of doing a Q&A session on scenario-based learning with Devlin Peck recently. Watch the recording. Questions answered.

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