What is Microlearning?
Microlearning is a new-age knowledge transfer approach; providing bite-sized, quick, and digestible information with a focus on a specific topic or skill that you can learn in a precise moment of need.
Why Microlearning?
Traditional training expects you to remember all the information provided and recall it when needed. Sometimes, you might have to recall the information learned over six months or a year ago. The chances that you have forgotten the information by then are very high.
The Forgetting Curve, or the Ebbinghaus Curve of Forgetting, is an influential memory model, that shows how information we learn slips out of our memories over time; unless we take action to keep it there.
Benefits of Microlearning
- Improved Knowledge Retention
Knowledge retention is much higher when you study a topic repeatedly and can easily revisit it. This is in line with the principles of microlearning, where modules are small, self-contained, and easy to return to. Microlearning prevents cognitive overload by ensuring that learning modules focus only on important information and key points, significantly increasing your retention and reducing the risk of experiencing the “Forgetting Curve.”
- Targeted Learning
Targeted learning addresses specific skill gaps or learning objectives making training relevant to your roles and responsibilities. Microlearning’s modular format allows you to design precise lessons that cater to individual needs. This ensures focused, customized learning experiences that contribute directly to the performance and the overall success of the business.
Boost learner engagement
Reports suggest that employees are more likely to use the organization’s learning tools if courses are shorter, easy to digest, and don’t disrupt their daily work schedule. Microlearning content is engaging, often video-led, and highly visual, boosts engagement and knowledge application.
- Fast Impact
Short pockets of information aim at targeted information with a practical approach. This benefits you as you tend to understand a topic faster.
- Learn On the Go (Flexibility and accessibility)
The digital nature of microlearning overcomes barriers of time and place empowering you to access modules anytime, anywhere, and on various devices.
You are no longer desk-bound and can engage in self-paced learning since microlearning addresses the issue of diverse learning speeds and preferences.
For remote teams, training experiences are no longer time-bound and are consistent regardless of physical location.
If you want to make your travel time more productive, or simply make the most of short pockets of time throughout the day, a microlearning approach is ideal.
- Reduced Development Time and Costs
Microlearning has proven its ability to save time and money on many levels
Learner – Save your time by completing courses faster.
Organization
- Create the modules quicker as they are short and powerful.
- Update microlearning courses faster.
- Eliminate the need to engage professional content creators since microlearning emphasizes simple and easy-to-create formats.
- In-house creation of content and rich media such as instructional videos, welcome messages, or guideline documents significantly reduce development costs.
- Reduce costs, since online education removes the need for your company to spend on classroom space, classroom equipment, instructors, travel, etc.
- Build a culture of learning
Microlearning is designed to be accessible on demand, and easy to share, making it an ideal way to promote a culture of learning. This approach is beneficial as it enables continuous learning by encouraging the ongoing development of job-related knowledge and skills.
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