Creating PowerPoint Presentations after Learning about Dual Coding Theory

Dual Coding theory tells us that the human brain processes and stores new information through 2 channels. One through the eye (visually) and the other one through the ear (sound). The information that was absorbed by the two channels are then stored in a short memory that is connected to their respective channel. The short memory can be overloaded too quickly if information is absorbed through multiple input for one of the channels. For example, a television documentary might have English dialogues with English subtitles and moving pictures. In this case, the visual channel will be overburdened. Keeping in this mind, PowerPoint slides created in the future must have to make sure that the slides aren’t to dull and full of texts. To help readers retain the information more effectively, images, diagrams or videos must be used in addition to the texts so it fully makes use of the dual coding theory. It is also important to make sure that the text and the visual representation relates to each other.

Flow and Multimedia Learning

Learning goes beyond just reading from textbook or listening to lectures in classroom. One of the most effective way of learning is through the flow where learners are fully concentrated and enjoying the process of learning. Multimedia learning tools can help learners to be “in zone” where they are fully immersed in what they are learning. This is also why learning about different learning theories will be useful in this class.

Hypothes.is Advantages?

Hypothes.is is a nice tool in browser that helps us annotate and collaborate with other students about readings or other documents. This help promote discussions and improve critical thinking. One drawback is that it can be hard to identify other students in class.