Assignment 4

I can't believe that I have actually finished the assignment AND managed to get it posted.
This semester has been a HUGE learning curve for me. I can honestly say that I have enjoyed the challenge.
I posted my powerpoint through AuthorStream & it has altered it slightly. The slide with the flow chart didn't have the black strip along the top, but now it does. It does effect the slide slightly, but you get the general idea.

EDGE903assignment4MarinaRhodes9135758

See more presentations by mixy24 | Upload your own PowerPoint presentations

Readings Task 4

Learner Control, Cognitive Load and Instructional Animation
Hasler, Kersten & Sweller.

1. High extraneous cognitive load will have negative effects on the learner.
2. Learner control integrated into the interface design of educational animation programs will improve the efficiency of the program.

Nine Ways to Reduce Cognitive Load in Multimedia Learning
Mayer & Moreno

1. Understanding the function of the human mind is essential to successful instructional design.
2. Reducing cognitive load improves the functionality of the interface leading to improved outcomes for the learner.
   

Readings Task 4

Gestalt Theory in Visual Design
Chang, Dooley & Tuovinen

1. Applying Gestalt Theory principles will improve the visual design of the interface
2. Applying Gestalt Theory principles to educational programing will improve the usability of the interface leading to improved learner outcomes.

The Effectiveness of Nonverbal Symbolic Signs and Metaphors in Advertisements: An Experimental Inquiry
Eric D. DeRosia

1. Appropriate use of metaphors reduces cognitive load in motivated recipients.
2. Motivation of the recipient is a key element required for non-verbal symbolic signs & metaphors to be interpreted as intended by the advertsier