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Friday Finds —Cognitive Load, Slow Ideas, Plain Language

Mike Taylor

Cognitive load is influenced by motivation, task elements, and background knowledge. Cognitive load is influenced by motivation, task elements, and background knowledge. These initiatives underscore the vital importance of understanding existing norms, fostering trust, extending practical support, and embodying kindness and empathy.

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When is Microlearning the Right Solution?

Upside Learning

So, there are two definitions of microlearning: performance support and spaced learning. There are gaps in our cognitive architecture. Computers, for example, can perform rote routines flawlessly, and deal with large and arbitrary amounts of information. There are other gaps in our cognitive architecture.

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eLearning Skills 2030: Sparking Curiosity

eLearning Industry

Curious learners pursue knowledge-rich and cognitively challenging work, are able to connect the dots and see patterns across seemingly unrelated fields, and usually come up with new ideas and ways to solve problems. This article discusses why curiosity is important and how to develop it.

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The Cognitive Science Behind Learning

CLO Magazine

As Will Thalheimer, president of Work-Learning Research and author of “Performance Focused Smile Sheets,” said, “The learning-design process is transformed when scientific research is used.” There are levels of analysis; neural is one, but the next level up is the cognitive level. The Cognitive Umbrella. Think of a TV set.

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LSCon Day 3 recap: Free recourses, performance support, Quinn and Cathy Davidson

Challenge to Learn

Practical principles for developing an effective performance solution. Though their solution is limited to performance support (as in online help with applications) they had some interesting notices. Performance support requires a different mindset than learning. Reduce cognitive load. Good stuff.

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Staying agile in the workplace: Use a template to evaluate employee adaptability

TalentLMS

Break the concept down even further and you’re presented with three different adaptability types: cognitive, emotional, and personal. Cognitive adaptability Cognitive adaptability is about structuring thoughts to consider and explore different scenarios. They provide support to new leaders.

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What is Learner-Centric Design? L&D Strategies to Create a Learner-Centric Design

Hurix Digital

When individuals actively participate, stay motivated, and experience reduced stress levels, their cognitive abilities flourish, leading to greater understanding, better retention, and a heightened capacity for critical thinking. In contrast, stress, boredom, and anxiety act as hindrances to cognitive processes.

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