Cognitive Overview

• Keep lengthy interactive processes as simple and brief as possible.

• Break long interaction into separate pages, while allowing learners to keep track of their progress.

• Provide simple reminders such as "step 2 of 4" to help learners keep track of what they have already done and what is left to do.

•  Provide clear instructions at the start of any task.

• Avoid making extreme changes in how you deliver your course without first warning students. Course navigation should be as predictable as possible, or at least proceeded by warnings and/or explanations as to why any changes might be occurring.

• Use headings or visual cues to focus the attention of learners. Avoid background noises or images that distract. Use bulleted and numbered lists.

• Leave white space.

• Provide information in multiple formats.