Micro-learning is an efficient way of learning which can be created easily with an effective use of technology. It enables to create a consumable content that could be accessed from anywhere with the help of mobile devices.
The pros and cons of microlearning
Microlearning consisting of short bite-sized learning that is easy to prepare, access, consume.Remember it has become the future of corporate training, but is microlearning really a good fit for the corporate training? Ruby Spencer (2017) explore the pros and cons of corporate microlearning.
Pros
Reduce cognitive overload |
Improves knowledge Retention and Recall |
Provides support when needed |
Improves employee engagement and motivation |
Saves times and money |
Cons
May not be ideal for comprehensive coursework |
Can lead to disorganized or fragmented online training experiences |
Does not capitalize on preexisting knowledge |
May be ill-suited for long term goals |
Check the video by EIDesign on the 10 ways to use microlearning for making corporate training effective
How can we balance mobile learning with the negative perception of mobile phone usage?
According to emarketer US (Links to an external site.) adults spend around 4 hours a day on their phone, then comes a question for what purpose are they using their phone?
Mobile learning is the best way to deliver bite-sized learning, improves learning, communication, is accessible and can take place anywhere, anytime.
According to the Educause article: Changing mobile learning practices some higher education (Links to an external site.), instructors are laggards in the adoption of the ever-changing mobile technology believing it is a distracter and/ or lack of knowledge in integrating it into their teaching. A recent study also found that instructors fear to embarrass themselves in front of students.
The negative perception of teachers on mobile learning could be lowered by educating teachers on mobile technologies, developing a mobile strategy, applying universal designs for creating accessible courses and continuously updating teachers on emerging mobile technologies.