6 Methods To Use Microlearning To Allow Studying In The Movement of Work
Learning in the flow of work
“Learning in the flow of work” is a phrase that Josh Bersin first used in 2018. In his concept he suggests that learning should be part of the daily work of employees. He also believes that learning in the workflow is not necessarily the solution for every application, it is quick. He believes it is the paradigm that you should design whenever you can. In his book “Increasing Performance through Learning,” Andy Lancaster explains, “In-flow learning is learning that is accessible while working in the workplace.” He also calls it “learning in the moment” because the learning is done without the daily learning To disrupt work of employees.
Research from Bersin by Deloitte shows that employees have less than 25 minutes to study in any given week. With this in mind, organizations should focus more on adequate and needs-based learning in minutes, rather than on formal training that takes a few hours. In this context, micro-learning has proven to be an effective learning method that supports learning in the work flow. With micro-learning, learning takes place almost invisibly throughout the working day in small doses.
Here are 6 ways you can use microlearning in your employee’s workflow.
1. Short eLearning modules
Short eLearning modules are 3 to 5 minute eLearning nuggets that offer your employees bite-sized learning outcomes on various concepts and topics. Each module is designed to achieve a specific outcome or goal. You can offer these eLearning modules [1] as stand-alone training or as part of a learning path. These are usually hosted on your LMS so that learners can find them quickly and easily.
2. Infographics
Infographics are a great way to provide summarized information about key concepts or insights on a topic. The visual-based approach will appeal to most learners. Learners have higher levels of memory and retention when viewing infographics. With the latest authoring tools, you can create interactive infographics that provide information and more details about a concept or topic.
3. PDFs and eBooks
A PDF is one of the most common formats for micro-learning. PDFs help as Ready-Reckoner solutions for fast and just-in-time access to specific concepts or specific information. You can easily access PDFs on any device. With the modern authoring tools you can create interactive PDF files with which you can pack data and information in info groups so that your employees can easily access them. You can also provide specific information in the form of eBooks. Flipbooks are the latest version of eBooks. Flipbooks support multiple devices. The latest authoring tools allow audio files and video clips to be integrated into flipbooks for enhanced impact. You can use PDFs, eBooks, and flipbooks as brief tutorials or quick guides.
4. Videos
Videos are one of the most popular micro-learning formats that can be easily customized to create other learning aids. Short and focused 3 to 5 minute videos are a great way to introduce a concept in an easy to understand visual way. Videos can be animation videos, illustrative videos, text-based videos, and interactive videos [2]etc. Videos are easily accessible to your employees on the devices of their choice. You can view these videos when you need to review content or update your knowledge on a topic. You can also offer your employees competent advice and industry insights in the form of short videos.
5. Webinars and Podcasts
You can also offer recorded webinars that cover the latest trends and events in your industry. Your employees can watch them on the go and use the information the moment they need it. Audio files and podcasts help to share expert comments with your employees.
6. Mobile apps
You can use your company’s dedicated mobile app to enable your employees to learn. This is also a powerful approach to offering learning on the go. The advantage of a mobile app is that learners can use it for both online and offline viewing. You can provide updated information and notifications to your employees.
Sum it all up!
When employees have to perform new or challenging tasks, they have difficulty finding relevant information or content at the point of need. Microlearning nuggets help learners apply learning exactly when it is needed. These offer just-in-time learning and are easily accessible on any device. You can use the microlearning formats and strategies mentioned above to provide training or learning content in your workflow.
At Tesseract Learning, our learning and visual architects are constantly refining and reinventing their approaches to designing, developing and delivering effective L&D programs. To learn more about how you can effectively implement microlearning strategies into your employees’ workflow, you can contact me or leave a comment below.
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[1] Customized eLearning solutions
[2] Video based learning
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