Multimodal design considerations for developing hybrid course materials: an issue of literacy

The University of Southern Queensland is currently moving towards hybrid modes of course delivery across all discipline areas, reconceptualizing many current teaching and learning practices as a consequence. This paper reports on two research projects that highlight the importance of cognitive style, visualisation and multiple representations on future course designs.

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