PS-DI learners reported higher intrinsic in-scenario cognitive load during problem solving (d = .53)¶
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q3 i2 The PS-DI group rated the task during the problem-solving scenario as more difficult, showing significantly higher intrinsic in-scenario cognitive load than DI-PS. → Sabrina Ludwig 2026
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Sabrina Ludwig 2026¶
Sabrina Ludwig, Andreas Rausch, Michelle Taub. (2026). Effects of instructional design, instructional preferences, and cognitive load on problem solving and knowledge acquisition in a computer-based office simulation. Learning and Instruction. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.learninstruc.2025.102255
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T-tests on cognitive load measures collected via scenario-embedded experience sampling and post-scenario questionnaires. The PS-DI group showed "significantly higher IICL than DI-PS" with d = .53; retrospective intrinsic load did not differ (p = .59).
"The PS-DI rated the task during the PS scenario itself as more difficult and, hence, showed significantly higher IICL than DI-PS. A moderate effect size for IICL can be reported (d = .53)."
Discussion¶
Related Claims¶
- Intrinsic cognitive load during the scenario negatively predicted problem-solving performance (ANCOVA, p = .01) — related
- Log-based behaviours predicted problem-solving performance in the DI-PS group but hardly explained knowledge acquisition in either group — related
- Overall problem-solving performance did not differ significantly between DI-PS and PS-DI (p = .08) — related
- Task difficulty (easy vs difficult simultaneous-equation problems) has significant main effects on intrinsic and extraneous cognitive load, but not on germane load — a broader claim this one bears on
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PS-DI learners reported higher intrinsic in-scenario cognitive load during problem solving (d = .53) |
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PS-DI learners reported higher intrinsic in-scenario cognitive load during problem solving (d = .53) |
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