RTD: Design for Incidental Learning Using Multimedia Principles

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Short Description

This study examines whether spatial contiguity influences incidental learning outcomes. While participants (n=149) interact with a multimedia-related task, incidental learning material was displayed on the screen with varying degrees of spatial contiguity and without explanation. Upon completion of the task, participants took an unexpected retention test assessing their knowledge of the incidental learning material. The results suggest that spatial contiguity influenced what was incidentally learned. The presentation discusses the implications for multimedia learning design and research.

Authors

• Seungoh Paek, University of Hawaii at Manoa

• Daniel L Hoffman, Kamehameha Schools