The concept of 'cognitive load' refers to the total amount of mental effort being used in the working memory. In educational settings, instructional design aims to manage this load to optimize learning. According to cognitive load theory, learning is hindered when the working memory is overloaded with extraneous information that does not contribute to schema construction. However, intrinsic load, which is inherent to the complexity of the material, cannot be reduced without simplifying the content. Effective teaching strategies, such as worked examples and scaffolding, help learners allocate cognitive resources toward germane load, which directly facilitates the acquisition of new knowledge. Recent studies suggest that individual differences in prior knowledge significantly influence how learners experience cognitive load, implying that adaptive instructional methods are necessary to cater to diverse student needs.
❓ Theo đoạn văn, mục đích chính của việc giảm tải nhận thức không cần thiết trong giảng dạy là gì?
A. Để loại bỏ mọi loại nỗ lực tinh thần cần thiết cho việc học tập
B. Để cho phép người học tập trung vào các quá trình giúp xây dựng sự hiểu biết
C. Để đơn giản hóa nội dung nhằm giảm thiểu tải trọng nội tại
D. Để tăng lượng thông tin được lưu trữ trong trí nhớ làm việc
✅ 正确答案
To allow learners to focus on processes that help build understanding
IELTS Reading Tips
Skim the questions first, underline keywords, then locate in the passage
Watch for paraphrasing; correct answers are often reworded
Be wary of absolute statements (all, always, never) — usually wrong
Pay attention to content after transition words (however, but, yet)
Manage time: about 20 minutes per passage; skip difficult questions first