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The (Post) Cognitive Perspective

Clark Quinn

I’m deeply steeped in the cognitive sciences, owing to a Ph.D. in cognitive psych. Fortuitively, this was at the time my advisor was creating the cognitive science program (and more). Yet I also have a fair bit of empirical evidence that taking a cognitive perspective accomplishes things that are hard to do in other ways.

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The Great Resignation: What Cognitive Science Can Help You Do About It

Learningtogo

The Great Resignation: What Cognitive Science Can Help You Do About It. But the brain is a funny thing. They no longer feel safe with their coworkers, leaders, and organizations. Cognitive Load and the Toxicity of Busyness. John Sweller and colleagues established the theory of cognitive load in 1998.

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3 Ways to Improve Your Training Programs with Cognitive Learning Theory Tools

BizLibrary

What is Cognitive Learning Theory? Cognitive learning theory (CLT) is a psychological perspective focused on the way our brains learn best.

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Cognitive Load Theory: The Key to Smarter Instructional Design

Origin Learning

What is cognitive load theory (CLT)? While solving problems or trying to ‘learn’ new information, the brain copes up in certain ways, which have been studied and theorized by Sweller. While solving problems or trying to ‘learn’ new information, the brain copes up in certain ways, which have been studied and theorized by Sweller.

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Agile Microlearning Explained

Cognitive science theories already supply the answers. Learner engagement and retention doesn’t have to be a mystery. Learn how OttoLearn packages them into a single platform you can use to deliver microlearning based reinforcement training, and go beyond completions to focus on outcomes.

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Chief Cognitive Officer?

Clark Quinn

And I’m wondering if a focus on cognitive science needs to be foregrounded. The differentiators for organizations are no longer on the execution of the obvious, but instead the new advantage is the ability to outthink the competition. However, most organizations aren’t working in alignment with this new reality.

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A Cognitive Audit?

Clark Quinn

In the recent Chief Learning Officer magazine, I wrote an article on the basics of the cognitive science of learning. And therefore, I reckon L&D needs to know the cognitive background. Knowing a suitable level of cognitive science is one thing, using that to assess your practices is another. The post A Cognitive Audit?

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