Aygil Takir

Cognitive Load Theory and Algebra Instruction: the Effect of an Instruction Designed by Clt Principles on Students' Algebra Achivement and Cognitive Load Aygil Takir

The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of an instruction designed by the Cognitive Load Theory (CLT) principles on 7th grade students? achievement in Algebra topics and cognitive load. Statistical mean difference was obtained for all tests in favor of experimental group and the findings of quantitative data analysis results were supported by the qualitative data analysis results. It can be concluded that the instruction designed by CLT principles is effective for the Algebra teaching.