Dual Coding
What is dual coding?
Dual coding is a learning theory suggesting that students learn best when information is presented in both verbal and visual formats. Dual coding is integral to Universal Design for Learning (UDL) because it provides students with alternative, accessible options for gaining and retaining knowledge.
How do instructors use dual coding in the classroom?
Instructors can incorporate dual coding through various strategies, such as:
- Creating multimodal assignments requiring learners to combine different media types to communicate their learning
- Encouraging learners to create visuals alongside written notes and explanations
- Including relevant visuals in lectures and presentations (diagrams, graphs, images, videos, real-world objects, etc.)
- Providing graphic organizers to help learners understand and organize complex concepts
Why is dual coding effective?
The human brain processes information through verbal and visual channels. Most brains create two representations of the information when presented in both formats.
Through dual coding, instructors engage both language and visual processing systems — promoting your ability to engage in learning, understand and retain information, and apply your knowledge to new situations.
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