The Impact Of Using Multimedia Elements In Teaching Information Technology On The Cognitive Load Of Medical Students

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to determine the effect of using multimedia elements in teaching the subject of Information Technology (IT) on the cognitive load of medical students. The research was conducted at Andijan State Medical Institute using an experimental method with the participation of 60 students. The students were divided into two groups: the control group received traditional lessons, while the experimental group received lessons enriched with multimedia elements. Cognitive load was assessed using the NASA-TLX scale. The results of the study showed that the use of multimedia elements helps reduce students’ cognitive load. This confirms the possibility of effectively applying multimedia technologies in the didactic process