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WotD: Microlearning
Microlearning is a new adaptation to learning.
You see, Internet addiction, with its short attention spans, has changed the way we learn.
Microlearning is a teaching strategy that breaks down information into small, easily digestible chunks.
This makes learning quick and effective, allowing learners to absorb information better.
Microlearning can take many forms, such as short videos, quizzes, or even quick articles.
For example, instead of spending hours in a classroom, you can watch a 5-minute video to understand a new concept.
This bite-sized learning approach fits perfectly into busy schedules, and our newly limited ability to focus for longer than ten seconds at a time.
Microlearning focuses on specific skills or topics.
This targeted approach helps learners concentrate on what they need without getting overwhelmed.
For instance, if you want to learn English, you could use microlearning techniques to practice vocabulary for just a few minutes each day.
That is, by the way, why my posts are so short and focus on one word, idiom or phrase.
It’s also why I post reels or short videos for Facebook and Instagram, and why I paraphrase the articles I provide for students.
Consistency and repetition over time lead to better retention.
In the workplace, microlearning is also incredibly useful.
Employees engage in short training sessions during breaks, improving their skills without taking too much time away from work.
Companies are increasingly adopting microlearning solutions to enhance employee development and boost productivity.
To sum up, microlearning is an effective and efficient way to learn.
Breaking down information into smaller segments enables learners to grasp concepts more easily.
Microlearning is gaining popularity, making learning accessible and enjoyable for everyone, whether they are busy, have a short attention span or both.
Flesch-Kincaid Readability Test
This text compares in readability to The New York Times.
It is likely to be understood by a reader who has at least a 10th-grade education (age 16).
On the Flesch-Kincaid reading-ease test, this post scores 49.
The easier a passage is to read, the higher the score on a scale of 0 – 100.
