Split attention effect

The split - attention effect, the effect of divided attention, describes an effect in the context of multimedia learning, occurs when two related sources of information are presented separately from each other within a learning environment. An example would be a learning environment, which contains both text and image presentations. The learner has the task to integrate the two sources of information mentally and needs to "jump" with his attention between the two presentations back and forth. This means that the extrinsic load ( extraneous load) is increased and it impacts negatively on the learning performance.

The embedding of images, graphics, videos, etc. in multimedia learning environments should be organized in a form suitable for learning manner, such as using an integrated learning format, so that the user has the option to his attention between the different forms of presentation in an appropriate manner to relocate.

• Learning
• Attention