Workshop Description
PC 001 Easing the Information Overload: Smart Strategies for eLearning Design
Ever felt overwhelmed by too much information at once? That's cognitive overload speaking, and it's a real challenge in the eLearning world. Our session, "Cognitive Load Theory and Instructional Design," is here to tackle this head-on. We'll explore the cognitive load theory, which helps us understand how information is processed and retained and share actionable strategies to design eLearning content that aligns with our brain's capacity to absorb and learn.
From simplifying complex information to using multimedia elements wisely, this presentation will equip you with the knowledge to create more digestible, effective eLearning courses. Expect lots of real-world examples, tips for immediate application, and a few laughs along the way because learning about cognitive load should be as light on your brain as possible. Join us for a session that promises not just to enlighten but also to inspire new approaches to instructional design that learners will thank you for.
Objectives
- Break down the science of why our brains can only handle so much information at once, and why that's super important for creating eLearning that sticks.
- Apply cognitive load theory principles to discover the secrets to designing course content that fits just right with what our brains can manage, making learning a breeze.
- Develop strategies to give your courses a makeover, turning them into brain-friendly adventures learners will love.
Level: Intermediate
Required equipment: Laptop
Workshop Instructor
Hadiya Nuriddin, MEd, MA, CPTD, CPTM, CQIA
Hadiya Nuriddin is an award-winning talent development professional with over two decades of experience in learning strategy, instructional design, elearning development, and facilitation. With Duets Learning, she’s worked with many companies on a variety of topics. She holds an MEd in curriculum studies, an MA in writing, and the CPTD and CQIA designations. She wrote the books StoryTraining: Selecting and Shaping Stories That Connect and Quality Management in L&D, both published by ATD.