Exam Requirement
Article: Attached is the article for your comprehensive
examination. We recommend you read and study the article
closely and search for other related articles as your prepare
for the prompt you will receive in one week.
Kalyuga, S., Chandler, P., & Sweller, J. (2000).
Incorporating
learner experience into the design of multimedia instruction.
Journal of Educational Psychology, 92, 126-136.
Prompt: In the Kalyuga, Chandler and Sweller (2000)
article, two experiments were conducted and cognitive load
theory was discussed as a theoretical explanation. This
serves as the basis for the following assignment.
- Identify and explain the assumptions and predictions
of cognitive load theory. What makes cognitive load theory
unique from other cognitive theories?
- What is the role of learning or experience in cognitive
load theory? Design a brief experiment to assess the role
of experience/learning in cognitive load theory.
Portfolio Submission
Artino, A. R. (2007). Cognitive
load theory and the role of learner experience. Review
of cognitive load theory (CLT) and its pedagogical implications.
Includes a proposed experiment to assess the role of learner
experience in CLT.
Journal Article
Following completion of my comprehensive exam, I made some
modifications to my article analysis and submitted it to
a journal for publication.
Artino, A. R. (in press). Cognitive
load theory and the role of learner experience: An abbreviated
review for educational practitioners. Association
for the Advancement of Computing in Education Journal.
