Effective learning isn't just about finding the easiest path—it's about the right kind of challenge. Two prominent theories—Desirable Difficulties (DDF) and Cognitive Load Theory (CLT)—offer valuable ...

This article presents an initial model of instructional design which directly links cognitive learning theory and instructional prescriptions. The major constructs of the model include components of ...

Cognitive Load Theory (CLT) explains how learning is influenced by the limited capacity of working memory. By understanding and managing different types of cognitive load, faculty can design more ...

An analysis of massive cognitive and neuroimaging databases indicated that more education was associated with better memory, ...

Eclecticism is a term that derives from the Greek words eklekikos, literally “choosing the best,” and eklektos which means “picked out or selected.” It is believed to have been practiced by a group of ...

Multimedia learning describes learning through the use of pictures and words. Examples of multimedia learning include watching a PowerPoint presentation, watching a pre-recorded lecture or reading a ...

At one time or another, we’ve all heard “experts” assert that children have different learning styles. Some children, for instance, may be visual learners, while others best absorb information by ...

What is intelligence? Is it fixed, or can it be developed? Does academic success always lead to achievement in life? How do we define success? Are schools effectively preparing today’s learners for ...