Cognitive load theory is a vital model for understanding how school students learn, but it's often misunderstood and difficult to use effectively in the classroom. Greg Ashman guides you through the details with a clear jargon-free focus on how an understanding of cognitive load theory can enhance your teaching.

An accessible guide to the theories of 19 major educational thinkers, the strengths and limitations of their ideas, their relevance today and how they can be used in the classroom and other educational settings.

This practical follow-up to Bray and McClaskey's first book brings theory to practice. Teachers will discover how to build a shared vision that supports personalized learning using the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework.