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Schnotz, Wolfgang; Rasch, Thorsten – Educational Technology Research and Development, 2005
New technologies allow the display of text, static visuals, and animations. Although animations are inherently attractive, they are not always beneficial for learning. Problems may arise especially when animations modify the learner's cognitive load in an unintended way. In two learning experiments with 40 and 26 university students, the effects…
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Computer Assisted Instruction, Animation, Multimedia Instruction

Rieber, Lloyd P. – Educational Technology Research and Development, 1996
Provides a brief overview of the history, research, and theory related to play. Research from education, psychology, and anthropology suggests that play is a powerful mediator for lifelong learning, and the design of hybrid learning environments is suggested based on the constructivist concept of microworlds and supported with games and…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation, Constructivism (Learning), Educational Environment