Training Cognitive Load Assessment
JD-R Framework · Training Assessment

Training Cognitive Load
Assessment

Rate a class or presentation you recently designed or delivered. Two short sections, 14 questions, about 3 minutes. You'll get a scored profile and specific design recommendations.

2
sections
14
questions
~3
minutes
Section 1 of 2 — Cognitive load

How demanding was the cognitive work?

Rate how much each statement applied to this class or presentation — from 1 (not at all) to 7 (extremely). These items cover both content complexity and load created by design choices.

1
Not at all
2
3
4
Moderate
5
6
7
Extremely
Section 2 of 2 — Learner support

How well were students supported?

Rate how well each support condition was present in this class or presentation. These are structural design factors — environment, not learner ability.

1
Not at all
2
3
4
Moderate
5
6
7
Fully
Assessment complete

Your results

How hard was the content? (lower is better)
How well supported were learners? (higher is better)
Design recommendations