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This paper investigates the use of technological objects in learning about human anatomy. The motivation is whether the technology facilitates the learning of a primarily visual content. With that purpose, relevant documents found in a systematic literature review related to the chosen were critically read. The documents were examined in the light of the cognitive load theory and multimedia instruction. As a result, a diagram named "connections of learning principles" was created. It shows the places where the principles are needed in the use of technological tools for multimedia instruction regarding the apprentice cognitive load. The contribution is in the clarification of where these theories must be appreciated in the construction of multimedia teaching materials for a successful learning. It is considered that teaching has to structure the learning according to information, presentation and content overlooking the learner. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]