The Root Cause Of It

 We've all been there: sitting through a training course and struggling to retain the information. But what if there was a way to design eLearning courses that are not only informative but also engaging and memorable? This blog post will explore key principles of John Sweller’s Cognitive Load Theory to craft eLearning experiences that stick. We'll also delve into the launch process, ensuring a smooth rollout for your learners. All this derived from Chapters 9 and 10 of Tim Slade's Book, The elearning Designer's Handbook . Understanding Cognitive Load Our brains have a limited capacity for processing information at any given time. This is called cognitive load. When designing eLearning, we want to minimize extraneous cognitive load, which is the mental effort caused by the way information is presented. Here are four methods to consider for presenting information effectively and reducing extraneous cognitive load: Structure Content into Bite-Sized Chunks : Break down comp...