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What is Multiple Rule-Based Problems

Chapter 17
Handbook of Research on Instructional Systems and Technology
Multiple rule-based problems refer to the type of problems that consist of problems, rules and conditions that are mutually restricting. The learner is to find an optimal solution by weighing the conditions and rules and at the same time make a decision that would meet the conditions or rules without conflicting each other. The multiple rule-based problem involves a complex, nonlinear thinking process where the learner reaches a solution by engaging in a series of cognitive thinking activities such as analyzing, synthesizing, and evaluating the information while holding the conditions and rules in mind within a short time framework provided by the working memory. Thus, multiple rule-based problem solving may require more working information than does causal relationship problem solving or single rule-based problem solving. The multiple rule-based problem solving is likely to increase intrinsic cognitive load more than other two types of problem solving.
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Cognitive Functionality of Multimedia in Problem Solving
Robert Zheng (University of Utah, USA)
Copyright: © 2008 |Pages: 17
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-59904-865-9.ch017
Abstract
Teaching problem solving can be a challenge to teachers. However, the challenge is oftentimes not due to a lack of skills on the part of learners but due to an inappropriate design of media through which the problem is presented. The findings of this study demonstrate that appropriately designed multimedia can improve learners’ problem solving skills because of the cognitive functions such media have in facilitating mental representation and information retrieval and maintenance, as well as reducing cognitive load during the problem solving process. Suggestions were made on how to apply interactive multimedia to teaching and learning.
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