Welcome to this week’s Friday Fresh! Let’s talk micro!
Today, let’s explore an exciting and highly effective educational strategy: Microlearning. In our fast-paced world, where attention spans are shorter, and time is precious, microlearning emerges as a transformative approach for training providers like you.
Adopting microlearning as a technique won’t just be useful for your learners, however. It will also help you increase your reach and engage people who otherwise would remain on the edge about signing up for your training.
Microlearning Unpacked: What and Why?
Microlearning breaks down complex topics into bite-sized, digestible learning units, often just a few minutes long. This method aligns perfectly with the modern learner’s lifestyle, offering flexibility and focus. For you, the trainers, it means crafting concise, impactful content that resonates and sticks.
The time that a microlearning session would take is usually up to 5 minutes and in some rare cases, 7 or 10 minutes. Brought to us by years of YouTube video creation, YouTubers found out that this is the perfect content length that ensures people stay until the end.
Why Microlearning?
- Efficiency: Quick lessons mean less time to create and more engagement from learners.
- Retention: Learners remember more when information is presented in small chunks.
- Adaptability: Easily update and modify content to keep pace with industry changes.
Innovative Applications of Microlearning
- Interactive Quizzes: Enhance retention and provide instant feedback.
- Short Videos: A visual and engaging way to explain complex concepts.
- Infographics: Perfect for summarising key points or data.
- Mobile Learning Apps: Let learners access content anytime, anywhere.
Microlearning in Action
Imagine breaking down a 2-hour workshop into a series of 10-minute modules. Each module focuses on a key concept, complete with interactive elements. Learners can progress at their own pace, reviewing as needed, which is ideal for reinforcing learning and accommodating different learning styles. It allows them to quickly hop back to a section of the content that they need to revisit at any point.
The Benefits for Your Business
- Increased Engagement: Learners are more likely to complete and enjoy shorter courses.
- Broader Reach: Appeal to a wider audience who might shy away from longer courses.
- Flexibility: Offer a variety of learning formats to cater to diverse preferences.
Get Started with Microlearning
- Identify Key Concepts: Break your existing content into smaller topics.
- Choose Your Medium: Decide on the best format for each microlearning unit.
- Engage with Technology: Use tools and platforms that support microlearning.
- Gather Feedback: Continuously refine your approach based on learner responses.
- Give value in each lesson: Make sure each piece of learning starts with a learning outcome (a.k.a. tell them what they’ll learn and why they should care).
Final Thoughts
As a training provider, adopting microlearning isn’t merely about following a trend; it’s about evolving with the educational landscape. It’s an opportunity to make your content more accessible, memorable, and impactful.
Stay tuned for more insights next Friday!
