Exploring the Relationships Between Learners’ Self-Reported ADHD, Childhood Spatial Experiences, and Multimedia Learning Performance

• In Event: Multimedia Design Considerations

Abstract

The study investigated the relationships between learners' self-reported ADHD, spatial/non-spatial activity, and their learning performance in a visuo-spatially rich multimedia-based learning environment. Statistical analysis revealed no significant correlation between childhood spatial/non-spatial activity and adult ADHD scores. However, we observed a correlation between spatial/non-spatial activities and multimedia learning performance. Learners who demonstrated higher proficiency in spatial cognitive activities tended to exhibit better learning performance outcomes. We can use this knowledge by implementing and encouraging spatial activities in a child's youth to support better multimedia learning in the future.

Authors

• Olivia F. Donovan, University of Florida

• Muhammad Rehman, University of Florida

• Do Hyong Koh, University of Florida

• Christine Wusylko, Kennesaw State University

• Xiaoman Wang, Western Michigan University

• Priyadharshini Ganapathy Prasad, University of Florida

• Albert Dieter Ritzhaupt, University of Florida

• Kara M. Dawson, University of Florida

• Marc Pomplun, University of Massachusetts - Boston

• Jonathan Martin, University of Florida

• Ellen Martin, University of Florida

• Pasha Antonenko, University of Florida