Media Design Principles and Learning

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Media design principles are often based on which learning theory? Options: Behaviorism, Cognitivism, Constructivism, Humanism

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Cognitivism

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What does cognitivism compare the brain to? Options: A sponge, A blank slate, A computer with short-term and long-term memory, A muscle that just needs exercise

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A computer with short-term and long-term memory

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What is 'cognitive load'?

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The total mental effort needed to process information.

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What happens if working memory gets overloaded?

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Learning becomes harder and frustrating.

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What is intrinsic cognitive load?

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The difficulty of the material itself

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What is extraneous cognitive load?

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Mental effort added by poor design choices

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Which of these can add unnecessary extraneous load? Options: Clear, simple headings, Extra fonts, colors, and sounds, Grouping ideas into categories, Using white space

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Extra fonts, colors, and sounds

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What is the main goal of learning media design?

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To make complex information clear.

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What does grouping or clustering information do for learners?

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Helps with memory and understanding

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Why is accessing prior knowledge helpful?

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It makes learners more engaged and able to connect ideas.