article thumbnail

Evaluating Your eLearning

eFront

Similarly, research in game studies has generally focused upon approaches based upon playing leisure games, and therefore do not take enough account of factors including the context, learning theory and practice and the attributes of the learner and learner group.” (de de Freitas & Oliver 2006, p.262). References. de Freitas, S.,

article thumbnail

Theories for the digital age: The digital natives discourse

Learning with e's

One of the more controversial theories of the digital age is the claim that technology is changing (or rewiring) our brains (Greenfield, 2009) whilst some also claim that prolonged use of the Web is detrimental to human intellectual development (Carr, 2010). 2006) Homo Zappiens: Growing up in a Digital Age London: Network Continuum Education.

Theory 102
Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Manage Cognitive Load in Digital Learning

B Online Learning

Research into our cognitive architecture has lead to the development of Cognitive Load Theory (CLT) and related guidelines which, when applied, results in more efficient learning. al, 2006, p.342). It’s universal so applies to all types of content, delivery methods and people. Other points to note about CLT: 1. References.

Cognitive 173
article thumbnail

Learning Styles and E-Learning

eLearning 24-7

A theory discussion. I will point out some research that indicates that says learning styles exist, but I am not going to focus on some scientific theory thing, which is one reason why I started this blog in the first place – too much theory, and not real world. Wilson, 2012 citing Waterhouse, 2006). Very doable.

article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

Engagement: A Critical Element in Learning and Gamification

Kapp Notes

This is the act of becoming concerned about how many points can be earned in structural gamification or wrestling with a difficult challenge in content gamification. Instructional-design theories and models: Vol. Instructional-design theories and models: Vol. These are the “in-process” activities undertaken by the students.

article thumbnail

Learning Science: The Coherence Principle Decoded

Mike Taylor

Your training program may be a marvel of multimedia, but if it’s flooded with irrelevant content—be it text or visuals—it’s doing more harm than good. In a 2006 study by Richard E. Parting Words The Coherence Principle isn’t just a theory; it’s a call to arms to respect the cognitive limits of your learners.