When designing mobile training content, it is crucial to consider how people use their devices. Interactions are typically quick and occur in moments of free time, highlighting the power of microlearning.

If there is no available time, it’s unlikely that the user will start something they cannot finish in the allotted time – even with things they really want to do!

That’s why Micro Learning is designed so that we can access and consume through brief bursts of content. It has a better chance of capturing attention, considering that training rarely takes a high priority, and the user may not even consider it.

The user, having more elements to trigger actions, will retain the content better. Unconsciously, they become participants in the learning process.

Elements of microlearning

Microlearning involves many interactions. It combines videos, quizzes, games, among other elements. This higher degree of interactivity keeps the learner engaged with the content by over 50% compared to other forms. The more actively involved, the higher the chances of retaining what has been learned, reducing the forgetting curve.

According to the Journal of Applied Psychology, microlearning is 17% more efficient in knowledge transfer than long-duration content.

Incorporating a training program with a focus on microlearning allows users to acquire new skills in a short time. Additionally, it is flexible when it comes to content release. It can be rolled out in stages, and the possibility of updating it, if necessary, is three times faster than traditional approaches. This makes it an effective, agile, and adaptable tool to changing learning requirements, regardless of the audience.