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Cognitive load refers to the amount of mental effort being used in the working memory. It is a concept derived from cognitive psychology that describes how our brains process information and the limitations of our cognitive resources. The theory of cognitive load was developed by John Sweller in the 1980s and has implications for teaching and learning.

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