Thinking Deeply about Primary Education Variation Theory, DI and Cognitive Load Theory: Estranged siblings or rivals to the throne?
Feb 3, 2024
Neil Almond, an expert in variation theory, discusses its application in education research. Topics include analyzing students' experiences with three-digit subtraction tasks, the intersection of variation theory with cognitive load theory and direct instruction, and the importance of contrast, separation, and fusion in enhancing learners' understanding.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Exploring Variation Theory of Learning in Mathematics Education
02:34 • 17min
Exploring Variation Theory and its Application in Education
19:24 • 5min
Exploring the Martonian theory of thought and principles in Direct Instruction
24:47 • 5min
Exploring Variation Theory in Direct Instruction
30:15 • 8min