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Wouters, Pieter; Paas, Fred; van Merrienboer, Jeroen J. G. – Instructional Science: An International Journal of the Learning Sciences, 2010
Animated models explicating how a problem is solved and why a particular method is chosen are expected to be effective learning tools for novices, especially when abstract cognitive processes or concepts are involved. Cognitive load theory was used to investigate how learners could be stimulated to engage in genuine learning activities. It was…
Descriptors: Observational Learning, Cognitive Processes, Teaching Methods, Difficulty Level
Worsley, Dale – Teachers and Writers Magazine, 1988
Discusses clear visualization as a key to learning and understanding. Presents some examples (using metaphor and simile) of the way language can express clear visualization and objectivity. (JK)
Descriptors: Content Area Writing, Discovery Learning, Language Usage, Learning Strategies