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Cognitive Load Theory Terms
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1. Intrensic

2. Germane

3. Extraneous

4. Cognitive Load

5. Cognitive Schemata

Cognitive load: Refers to the total amount of cognitive activity imposed on working memory at an instance in time. The major factor that contributes to cognitive load is the number of items that need to be attended to.

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