CHAPTER OUTLINE

  • Contiguity Principle 1: Place Printed Words Near Corresponding Graphics
    • Violations of Contiguity Principle 1
    • Avoid Separation of Text and Graphics on Scrolling Screens
    • Avoid Separation of Feedback from Questions or Responses
    • Avoid Separating Lesson Screens with Linked Windows
    • Avoid Presenting Exercise Directions Separate from the Exercise
    • Avoid Displaying Captions at the Bottom of Screens
    • Avoid Simultaneous Display of Animations and Related Text
    • Avoid Using a Legend to Indicate the Parts of a Graphic
  • Contiguity Principle 2: Synchronize Spoken Words with Corresponding Graphics
    • Violations of Contiguity Principle 2
    • Avoid Separation of Graphics and Narration Through Icons
    • Avoid Separation of Graphics and Narration in a Continuous ...

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