Dual Coding Theory
A learning theory proposed by cognitive psychologist Allan Paivio, holding that the human brain processes information through two independent yet interconnected systems—verbal and visual. Simultaneously activating both systems is thought to substantially enhance memory encoding and learning outcomes.
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Dual coding theory was proposed by cognitive psychologist Allan Paivio, who argued that humans simultaneously use a verbal system and an imagery system to process information, with dual-channel encoding yielding higher memory and comprehension efficiency.
Dual-coding theory was proposed by Allan Paivio in 1971, indicating that memory retention is better when information is encoded simultaneously through both visual and auditory channels than through a single channel.
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Dual coding theory was proposed by cognitive psychologist Allan Paivio, who argued that humans simultaneously use a verbal system and an imagery system to process information, with dual-channel encoding yielding higher memory and comprehension efficiency.
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