Mike Taylor

AUGUST 4, 2023

What I’m Listening To: The Wallows is another discovery that I’ve made courtesy of my “official music consultant” (my daughter) Last Week’s Most Clicked: Using Images in Visual Design News & Notes Cognitive Bias Cheatsheet Our brains use cognitive biases as a way to save energy and cognitive resources.

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Learningtogo

NOVEMBER 6, 2018

If you want to get a sense of the vast amount of data exploding every second, visit Internet Live Stats and watch the numbers for Internet users, websites, emails and many other statistics updated in real time. But watch out.

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Magic EdTech

DECEMBER 22, 2021

Cognitive load theory in Instructional Design comes to the rescue. Let us understand how the human brain processes information. Information enters our brain via our senses. Cognitive load relates to the amount of information the working memory can hold. Remember that if you want to learn better do not overload your brain.

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TalentLMS

APRIL 2, 2024

We picked Connie’s brain about all things instructional design, took a deep dive into its evolution, and explored various career paths of this versatile profession. ” How people learn: Understanding cognitive science “Next, understanding how people learn is essential. One of the earliest courses I took was in cognitive science.

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Ontuitive

AUGUST 5, 2016

Edward Tolman's influential experiments with rats in the 1940's remain highly formative for the field of cognitive psychology, and continue to shape our discussions about learning theory. And, Tolman and his colleagues have offered us the useful analogy of "mapping" for the way information is stored and processed in our brains.

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Convergence Training

SEPTEMBER 20, 2020

In this Instructional Design Basics article, we’re going to look at the issue of cognitive load. We’ve explained the cognitive psychology model of how we process new information, learn, and develop skills more fully in this article on How We Learn , but let’s go over the highlights in brief. What Is Cognitive Load?

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LearnDash

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

They want to share their knowledge, but they don’t know how to take what’s in their brain and translate it into a course others can learn from. The follow up: How Understanding Cognitive Load Can Improve Your Course. One of the reasons learners can burn out is because of a concept called “cognitive load.”

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Clark Quinn

DECEMBER 2, 2015

As I’ve reported before , I started mind mapping keynotes not as a function of filling the blog, but for listening better. And I’ve realized there’s another way I leverage cognitive overhead. You’ve seen them here in my blog (or will if you browse around a bit), and in my presentations.

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Learningtogo

AUGUST 19, 2019

He’s given me this beautiful gift – a video he made to recommend my book, Brain Matters: How to help anyone learn anything using neuroscience , to his massive audience online. And check out David’s site , for great resources in cognitive psychology and this interview with me.

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Ed App

JULY 10, 2019

Cognitive dissonance is a psychological term referring to the mental incompatibility between two or more beliefs. Cognitive dissonance, a form of psychological stress, commonly occurs in the learning process when new knowledge is given to learners with the expectation of a complete grasp of course content. Yep, she actually exists.

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Learningtogo

JANUARY 19, 2017

They get to express themselves artistically, which can help improve self-confidence and stimulates multiple parts of the brain. If you have a child in your life, check out the free coloring page templates on the kid’s activities blog. There is also the effect that different colors have on cognitive function to consider.

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Learningtogo

SEPTEMBER 8, 2019

I’m so excited about my new book, The Brain Matters Coloring Book ! They get to express themselves artistically, which can help improve self-confidence and stimulates multiple parts of the brain. If you have a child in your life, check out the free coloring page templates on the kid’s activities blog.

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Ed App

JULY 9, 2019

Cognitive overload brings disadvantage to employee training processes as learning capability is restricted, a potential detriment to the performance of employees. The cognitive overload theory is described as the occurrence of the brain being fed too much new information within a period of time, to the point where nothing can be absorbed.

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Learningtogo

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

This post first appeared in the ATD Blog on the 29th of August. Listening to music affects a wide cross section of the brain , including those areas linked to spatial reasoning and navigation. There are many examples of the powerful effects of music on the brain: • Music helps us learn new languages and mathematics.

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Dashe & Thomson

FEBRUARY 4, 2014

After all, it’s best if the learner can focus on the learning event rather than on trying to interpret and decipher the meaning… Continue Reading The post Strain the Brain for Better Results appeared first on Social Learning Blog. Learning Style Theory Cognitive Strain CRT elearning instructional design Learning Theory'

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Matrix

AUGUST 1, 2019

Turn cognitive biases into opportunities. Unfortunately, our brain does not function in that way. Cognitive biases develop naturally throughout our lives as we learn from experiences and establish some “mental short-cuts” to navigate new situations and make decisions. 10 Cognitive biases that hurt learning.

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Learningtogo

MAY 27, 2016

Your brain uses these new sensations to build new neural pathways, and the break from routine stimulates higher, more creative thought while it reduces stress. Here are some books you can get right from the ATD store: The Brain-Friendly Workplace by Erika Garms. Memory and Cognition in Learning by Jonathan Halls.

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eLearning Brothers

JULY 18, 2018

That’s the point Clark Quinn ponders in a recent Learnlets blog post. Or are we all just using different terms to promote the need for aligning how our organizations work with how our brains work? We hosted a great webinar a while back with cognitive scientist Carmen Simon. Is L&D a subset of organizational psychology?

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Ed App

NOVEMBER 5, 2019

WHAT IS COGNITIVE OVERLOAD? Firstly, what is cognitive overload? Cognitive overload is based on cognitive load theory, a theory within educational psychology and information processing. SO HOW CAN I EASILY REDUCE MY LEARNER’S COGNITIVE LOAD? Simple Tips for eLearning and the Avoidance of Cognitive Overload.

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Ed App

FEBRUARY 5, 2020

Cognitive dissonance, to put it in simple words, is the conflict or tension we feel when we hold two opposing views in our minds at the same time. However, microlearning research is used to counter the effects of cognitive dissonance. Microlearning Research. Change Beliefs. Change Actions. Change Perception Of Actions.

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Speexx

OCTOBER 22, 2021

Language skills benefit both our cognitive abilities and our careers. The post Foreign Language as a Career Booster: Language Skills Are So Valuable for Your Brain and Career appeared first on Speexx. So should we put more time and effort into learning a second or third language?

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Learningtogo

MARCH 17, 2017

Today, much has changed, as neuroscience has increasingly captured the headlines and fueled our imaginations with the possibilities of our own brains. However, a renewed interest in the power of story has grown from our emerging understanding of how the brain responds to stories, experiencing events as though they actually happen.

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Kapp Notes

APRIL 20, 2011

Studies on infant brains have shown that knowledge retention is only possible when accompanied with personal interaction or activity, but this becomes even more important as people get older. Bilingual people aren’t cognitively smarter, but they are more cognitively flexible,” she added.

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Learningtogo

OCTOBER 11, 2016

There is mounting evidence that performance arts enhance brain development at any age. A recent study found that dancers and musicians share very similar brains – they have more connections between different regions of the brain than the average non-artist. Disrupting our Perceptions of Illness and the Brain.

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Learningtogo

JUNE 9, 2017

It was coined by mathematician John von Neumann to define a theoretical moment when the artificial intelligence of computers surpasses the capacity of the human brain. In this post, we’ll talk about the Turing test, how computers are already augmenting human cognition, and what it may mean to the learning profession.

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The eLearning Coach

JANUARY 25, 2010

One way to do this is to delve into how people learn and how the brain works. With this in mind, here are a few sites that feature cognitive psychology podcasts, research, articles and news. I’m even sneaking in a few brain science sites for the true believers. Brain Science Podcast. Cognitive Daily.

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Learning Visions

MAY 24, 2007

Thursday, May 24, 2007 Brain Plasticity & Cognitive Abilities Ive just read Richard Nantels post The Ultimate Pretest in which he talks about his interest in brain plasticity. Scientists are finding ways to change the brain through intellectual exercises. Havent yet read that brain plasticity book , but its on my list.

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Clark Quinn

JULY 3, 2010

The Learning Circuits Blog Big Question of the Month is “Does the discussion of “how the brain learns&# impact your eLearning design?&# My answer is in several parts. Some of the so-called brain science ranges from misguided to outright misleading. We’ve lots to learn yet about our brains.

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Matrix

MAY 8, 2018

If at first these games were terribly simple, they quickly became very complex immersive worlds that not only entertain and engage but do a lot for the player’s cognitive development. Cognitive benefits of video games for adult learners. The post Cognitive benefits of video games for adult learners appeared first on MATRIX Blog.

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Upside Learning

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Still, cognitive science and design practices give us guidance there, as needed. It turns out that the way learning happens is to strengthen connections in the brain. The post Designing for Learning Impact first appeared on The Upside Learning Blog. These, then, are the things we need to ensure work.

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Learning Rebels

JULY 14, 2023

In the hidden corridors of our minds, there lurk insidious cognitive monsters that subtly influence our thoughts and actions. These cognitive distortions can lead us to form inaccurate perceptions about ourselves and the world around us. What’s Up with Imposter Syndrome? Share your thoughts and story in the comments below.

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Experiencing eLearning

FEBRUARY 10, 2014

These are my live blogged notes from the InSync Training Byte session “Once Upon a Time, Storytelling WAS Learning” by Tom Campbell and Karin Rex. Brains switch off when we see a slide full of bullet points. Our brains are active for language processing but nothing else. Our brains are wired to learn from stories.

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Learningtogo

DECEMBER 18, 2016

Brain Matters: How to help anyone learn anything using neuroscience. The human race is embarking on a great adventure; we are discovering how the brain works by watching it in the very act of cognition. A self-described scholar-practitioner, Margie uses brain science in her instructional consulting practice based in Phoenix, AZ.

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Learningtogo

JANUARY 24, 2018

The same brain that can be such a remarkable, proactive learning machine can become lazy and passive – particularly if passivity and conformity are rewarded generation after generation. Your brain is constantly predicting future outcomes and evaluating their likelihood. Your brain is like a heat-seeking missile.

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Learningtogo

APRIL 18, 2017

Should we be pumping our learners with the beverage in order to maximize brain performance and memory, or weaning them off it to support long-term health? How Caffeine Works in the Brain. Technically, it’s not really coffee itself that is the issue; it’s the caffeine that the drink delivers to our brains.

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Upside Learning

JULY 30, 2023

For performance support, you need to identify the cognitive lack and engineer an appropriate solution. The human brain is arguably the most complex thing in the known universe; simplistic approaches aren’t likely to lead to sustained change. The post Microlearning Best Practices first appeared on The Upside Learning Blog.

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Trivantis

APRIL 7, 2014

The human brain weighs about three pounds, is the size of two fists put together and feels like a sponge. And more importantly, all learning is based on the brain! That’s why studying how our three-pound, sponge-like brain works can help you design more effective e-Learning courses. Cooperative learning optimizes brain function.

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