Identify sources of unnecessary cognitive load and apply strategies to focus on meaningful analysis and exploration.

Cognitive Load Theory (CLT) explains how learning is influenced by the limited capacity of working memory. By understanding and managing different types of cognitive load, faculty can design more ...

Effective learning isn't just about finding the easiest path—it's about the right kind of challenge. Two prominent theories—Desirable Difficulties (DDF) and Cognitive Load Theory (CLT)—offer valuable ...

A researcher at the Boulder-based University of Colorado Department of Medicine is exploring ways to reduce burnout in ICU medical trainees by addressing cognitive load. “There are no evidence-based ...

Closing your eyes during conversations isn't odd; it's a cognitive tool. Psychologists reveal this brief act reduces mental strain, allowing the brain to process information better. Vision demands ...

Many education researchers spend a lot of time studying how students learn, but if their findings don’t make their way into the classroom, they are only so useful. For example, researchers have known ...

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