Quick read: Cognitive Load Theory

Pedagogy
Written By Steven Scott

Cognitive load theory (CLT) is not a new idea, in that the challenges associated with designing effective teaching within the limit of working memory have been studied over the last two decades .

Whilst the theory isn’t universally established, it has been applied in many settings, and offers some important insights for computing educators.

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