Instructor presence in video lectures represents a dynamic pedagogical design element that has garnered increasing scholarly attention. Research has shown that the visual inclusion of instructors not ...

When discussing learning transfer—the ability to apply previous knowledge, skills, and strategies to new contexts or situations—we should also be mindful of our learners’ cognitive load. Cognitive ...

The study finds that AI can reduce certain burdens by managing intrinsic load more efficiently than traditional classroom ...

Artificial intelligence (AI)—and especially generative AI—is becoming part of learners’ and educators’ everyday study, teaching, and assessment practices at ...

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 ...

New analysis by Dr. Jessica Sylvester calls on institutions to build life-aligned learning models that reduce cognitive load, ...