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  • Cognitive Science in Instructional Design

    Cognitive Science in Instructional Design

    In the information age it’s believed more is better. However, when it comes to learning we often find the opposite: less can be more. Because of the cognitive load limits of learner’s memory, we’re only able to focus on and learn a finite number of any given items on a screen, slide, or page. The problem for most instructional designers is finding balance. In this session we’ll discuss the role cognitive load plays in how people learn and retain information. We’ll start with a baseline discussion about what cognitive load is and why it’s important to consider in instructional design.…

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