Making learning more challenging
Thinking Deeply about Primary Education
Balancing Cognitive Load for Optimal Learning
Cognitive load is defined as the relationship between task demands and available mental and physical resources. It is like a seesaw balance where if task demands outweigh resources, there is cognitive overload, and if resources exceed demands, learning optimization is not achieved. It is crucial to tip the balance slightly in favor of task demands to push learners out of their comfort zone and challenge them effectively. Learners play a vital role in determining what is challenging for them.
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