In their recent exchange, Anderson, Reder, and Simon (1996, 1997) and Greeno (1997) frame the conflicts between cognitive theory and situated learning theory in terms of issues that are primarily of ...

Traditionally, Cognitive Load Theory (CLT) has focused on instructional methods to decrease extraneous cognitive load so that available cognitive resources can be fully devoted to learning. This ...

As popular as learning-style teaching theories may be, a group of cognitive psychologists say, there's no evidence to support their widespread use.

Cognitive psychologists have special knowledge of applied behavior analysis, behavior therapy, learning theories, and emotional processing theories.

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 ...

Multimedia learning describes learning through the use of pictures and words. Examples of multimedia learning include watching a PowerPoint presentation, watching a pre-recorded lecture or reading a ...

Research in cognitive science and psychology is generating new insights into how we learn. Below, educational consultant and writer David Didau explores some key theories about learning – as ...