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Bit by the Instructional Design Bug: A Conversation with Connie Malamed

TalentLMS

In the realm of workplace learning, L&D and Instructional Design work together like a lock and key. And Instructional Design shapes learning experiences that unlock new skills. Yet, instructional design often gets boxed into eLearning developmentā€”as if it’s only about churning out online courses.

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IDEAS FOR IMPROVING COGNITIVE ENGAGEMENT IN YOUR COURSES

Learnnovators

Cognitive engagement. There are many ways to engage learners cognitively at a deeper level. As mentioned at the beginning of this article, there are ways (other than scenarios) to bring in cognitive engagement in learners. So, these are my ideas for improving cognitive engagement in your courses. What would you add?

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Learning and Cognitive Load

B Online Learning

In a previous post, I looked at the fundamentals of cognitive load theory.

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5 Ways To Reduce Cognitive Load In eLearning When Working With An SME

eLearning Industry

This article shares 5 strategies for reducing cognitive load in eLearning and streamlining the collaboration between Instructional Designers and SMEs. This post was first published on eLearning Industry.

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Can Brain Science Actually Help Make Your Training & Teaching Stick?

Speaker: Andrew Cohen, Founder & CEO of Brainscape

It's likely a matter of cognitive science! This session, featuring industry visionary Andrew Cohen, Founder & CEO of Brainscape, explores practical ways for educators and instructional designers to impart these essential tactics onto students and trainees through manageable tweaks to curriculum, assessment, and technology.

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Learner Engagement: Behavioral, Cognitive, & Affective

Experiencing eLearning

However, we can also support the cognitive and affective dimensions of engagement. Cognitive engagement. Cognitive engagement can be defined as “mental effort and thinking strategies.” Elearning often doesn’t measure or encourage much beyond shallow cognitive engagement. Behavioral engagement.

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Cognitive Load Theory: The Key to Smarter Instructional Design

Origin Learning

What is cognitive load theory (CLT)? ‘Cognitive’ means mental and ‘load’ means burden, so this theory basically studies the mental load that the human brain faces when learning happens. This is what a schema does: it helps in shedding some of the cognitive load. Extraneous.

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Agile Microlearning Explained

Cognitive science theories already supply the answers. Learner engagement and retention doesnā€™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.