Journal article
Worked examples for teaching electrocardiogram interpretation: Salient or discriminatory features?
Abstract
CONTEXT: Cognitive load theory states that one way to optimise learning is to decrease extraneous cognitive load, defined as information not relevant to task completion. Worked examples, which show the learner the logic behind the solving of a problem, can decrease extraneous load. However, there is little research to guide the optimal formatting of worked examples.
METHODS: In a crossover design, first-year medical students were randomised to …
Authors
Thach TH; Blissett S; Sibbald M
Journal
Medical Education, Vol. 54, No. 8, pp. 720–726
Publisher
Wiley
Publication Date
8 2020
DOI
10.1111/medu.14066
ISSN
0308-0110