Microlearning - a modern technique for distracted learners

Microlearning is a modern approach to learning based on short concise lessons delivered to learners at a convenient time. Microlearning predominantly deals with relatively small learning chunks aligned to short-term learning activities.

Microlearning is a holistic approach utilising short-term strategies seeking skills based training solutions. Whilst microlearning was pioneered as computer based training, the acceptance of smartphones and tablets allowed microlearning that are generally based around short videos of the two to five minute duration.

Microlearning is considered an agile method of delivering short bursts of training content that is self-paced. Active learning allows learners to engage with content instead of passively attending lectures, methodologies such as problem-based learning allows learners to actively engage with action learning projects increasing knowledge retention.