From lifestyle to momentary circumstance, many types of factors affect our ability to learn new information. Not all are easy to control; however, knowing what what those factors are can help you get the most out of a course or other learning experience. This article explains ten factors that affect learning and offers advice on how to positively influence each.
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Multitasking Hurts Your Learning
Posted in Instructional Design / Workplace Learning / Training, Recently Published, tagged Learning, Multitasking, Online Learning, Research, Training on April 5, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Multitasking is pervasive in our society, regardless of who you are – office worker, stay-at-home parent, or a sixth grader. It has captured the interest of the scientific community, inspiring numerous studies on the effects and effectiveness of multitasking. This article summarizes that research and offers tips for avoiding multitasking pitfalls while completing an online course.