Guest Editorial: Managing Cognitive Load in Technology-Based Learning Environments
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Cognitive load theory is an instructional theory that uses our knowledge of human cognitive architecture, especially processing limitations of working memory, to enhance effectiveness of instructional design. This paper reviews main assumptions and principles of cognitive load theory and discusses their application to technology-based learning environments. The paper concludes with a brief introduction to the structure and content of this Special Issue.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Educational Technology & Society
دوره 18 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2015