The Influence of Cognitive Load on Learning from Hypertext.

Niederhauser, Dale S.; Reynolds, Ralph E.; Salmen, Donna J.; Skolmoski, Phil

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ERIC Number: EJ621824

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 2000

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The Influence of Cognitive Load on Learning from Hypertext.

Niederhauser, Dale S.; Reynolds, Ralph E.; Salmen, Donna J.; Skolmoski, Phil

Journal of Educational Computing Research, v23 n3 p237-55 2000

Describes a study of undergraduates that examined the effects of the cognitive load associated with using hypertext linking capabilities in instructional materials. Highlights include cognitive flexibility theory; hypertext navigation; results of criterion measures and regression analysis; and cognitive load theory. (Contains 56 references.) (LRW)

Descriptors: Criterion Referenced Tests, Higher Education, Hypermedia, Instructional Materials, Navigation (Information Systems), Regression (Statistics), Undergraduate Students

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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