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"Hey ya'll": Informal Language is the way to go in E-Learning

Kapp Notes

There is research evidence to indicate that informal language in an e-learning module is more effective than formal language. In Ruth Clark's book " e-Learning and the Science of Instruction " she discussed a study by Moreno and Mayer, 2000 that compared a formally worded course with one that was more informally worded.

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Abstract of Study Related to Storytelling

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in determining the likelihood of recalling information. and retention such that audience members retain more information when it is presented in a. to recall information is partially dependent on whether the information is presented in expository. s (2000) found that narrative texts were easier to read than.

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Interactivity

Kapp Notes

Studies, as well as common sense, indicate that interactivity helps the learner retain information as well as increasing the learner’s willingness to spend time with the material. In The 2000/2001 ASTD Distance Learning Yearbook. 2000) Designing web-based training. References. [1] 1] Moore, M. 2001) Three types of interaction.

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Create Autonomy in Gamification and Other Learning Environments

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Autonomy refers to the initiative and freedom a person experiences when engaged in an activity in the absence of external pressure with respect to his or her personal goals (Ryan & Deci 2000). Or it can be the presentation of additional information necessary to overcome an intellectual challenge. M., & Deci, E. Salen, K. &

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In games and learning interfaces, strive for an interactive conversation interface

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Here is some information that I have discussed before but it is worth repeating, as interface and instructional designers, keep in mind this interactive, engaging interface design technique. Research indicates that a conversational style is much more effective for conveying content to learners than a more formal style.

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CSU Resources

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2013) Retrieval practice is an efficient method of enhancing the retention of anatomy and physiology information. 14: 215–235, 2000. (Cramming)Larsen DP, Butler AC, Roediger HL. 2009) Repeated testing improves long-term retention relative to repeated study: a randomized controlled trial. 43: 1174–1181. Dobson, J. 00174.2012.

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Are we taking into account the culture surrounding our students?

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The Stone Age, Bronze Age, Iron Age, Industrial Revolution and Information Age are all closely related to the influence of a particular technology or group of technologies had on livelihood, people and governments during that period in history. Historical periods are often named for the influence of technology on the period. Grossman, L.

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