Mayer's Multimedia Principles

Mayer's Multimedia Principles are guidelines that help create effective learning materials by combining text and visuals. They suggest that people learn better when information is presented using both words and relevant images rather than words alone. For example, showing a diagram alongside an explanation can enhance understanding. Other principles recommend avoiding unnecessary details, breaking information into manageable segments, and encouraging active engagement. These principles aim to reduce cognitive overload and make learning more efficient by aligning presentation methods with how our brain processes visual and verbal information.