Wednesday, March 27
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Assessing the Effect of Applying Cognitive Theory of Multimedia Learning on Students’ Learning Outcome and Self-efficacy in Online Learning Environment

Brief Paper ID: 37977
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    Mohamed Ibrahim
    Arkansas Tech University
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    Rebecca Callaway
    Arkansas Tech University

Abstract: Design principles grounded in the cognitive theory of multimedia learning (CTML): segmentation and signaling (SS) were applied to an online course module. Undergraduate students enrolled in educational technology courses voluntarily participated in the study (n=57). Students were randomly assigned to either the control group or the treatment group. The treatment group (SS condition) viewed online learning material in small sections (segmented). An introduction and summary highlighted the main concepts of the content (signaled). The treatment group sequentially progressed through the sections of the module. The control group had no segmentation or signaling and navigated the learning material without restriction. Students were assessed on the learning outcome and self-efficacy. The results show significant improvement in learning outcomes for the SS group compared to the control group and indicate a positive correlation between students’ perceived self-efficacy and learning outcome.

Presider: Larry Ferguson, Instructional Technology Consultant

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