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Excerpt: "In order for video to serve as a productive part of a learning experience . . . it is important for the instructor to consider three elements for video design and implementation: 1. cognitive load 2. non-cognitive elements that impact engagement 3. features that promote active learning."

This meta-analysis of the effects of video on learning found that adding video to existing teaching led to strong learning benefits. Videos may provide students with control over their level of cognitive load, they allow authentic demonstrations of skills, and they enable teaching staff to edit according to multimedia learning principles. Videos were more effective for teaching skills than transmitting knowledge.