Discussion Question Set #2

250 words plus- *NOTICE* When discussing, be sure to support your position by citing scholarly
references.

1. Multi-media instruction can invoke multi-tasking in learners on
voluntary and involuntary levels. Several information channels may be in
operation and may be activated consciously or unconsciously. During
learning, one or more channels may be utilizing the maximum cognitive
resources available. Under those conditions, cross-channel interference
may be more likely. In light of the phenomena of voluntary and
involuntary initiation of cognitive tasks by multi-media presentations
are multi- or mono-media instructional materials more efficacious to
learners? Why?

250 words plus- *NOTICE* When discussing, be sure to support your position by citing scholarly
references.

2. Under what conditions and in what job tasks must individuals be able to
multi-task? Would multi-media presentations during training be useful in
preparation for such job tasks? Why or why not? Could such
presentations assist in placing learners on a continuum of multi-tasking
ability? Why or why not?