Do you want to modernize your training? Then you should go with the trend and rely on digital learning methods such as microlearning. In this article, you will learn how to get started and how to convince your customers of digital learning with modern methods!

The continuing education industry is in a constant state of change. The demand for training and coaching is also growing, but the time for such measures is often limited. However, there is a solution: Instead of relying on comprehensive in-person seminars, online offerings are becoming increasingly popular. Digital learning is increasingly becoming a mandatory offering for modern continuing education. Nevertheless, many trainers and coaches are still hesitant about the supposedly complex topic of “digital learning.” In the following, we will show you, based on microlearning, how simple the use of modern learning methods can be!

Digital Learning Formats Enhance Learning Transfer [Study]

In continuing education, modern learning methods have been gaining popularity for several years. This trend is supported by the study results of the Trend Monitor 2018/2019. The mmb Institute has been extensively engaged with digital learning and what aspects define modern learning.

The study shows that particularly

• Blended Learning,

• Videos, and

• Microlearning

are currently particularly popular. The results also indicate that the use of these learning formats will significantly increase in the future.

In summary, we can conclude that media-based content is gaining significantly in relevance. Digital learning content can positively support the learning process.

The detailed study results have been summarized for you by editor Laura in the article “mmb Trend Monitor 2019: What Continuing Educators Need to Know.”

Reading Tip: Everything you need to know about blended learning and learning videos can be found on our info pages:

So let’s focus on the third popular learning format: microlearning.

Why Microlearning is Trending

As trivial as it may sound: small learning units achieve the greatest learning effect! This best describes the essence of microlearning. But why is that?

Microlearning, meaning learning in mini-units, requires almost no effort. The learning modules can be easily integrated into everyday life since they only require a few minutes of attention and are thus very time-saving. In most cases, the learner goes through the small learning units simply on the smartphone while on the go or at home, which lowers the barrier: “A quick look at my phone” sounds much more pleasant than “sitting in a seminar room for hours,” doesn’t it?

Inserting learning units during breaks: This is what modern learning looks like!

Advantages of Microlearning at a Glance:

• Microlearning is a cost-effective addition or alternative to traditional in-person courses.

• You can quickly implement microlearning since the development of learning content requires little effort and is often reusable.

• You can quickly and easily update or expand the learning content to be conveyed.

• You can also convey complicated content well and understandably using the chunking method.

• Attention is significantly higher with short learning units, making the learning success much more efficient.

Conclusion: Microlearning is thus the optimal entry into the world of modern learning methods for you as a trainer and for your participants!

Microlearning offers you many freedoms in designing your content. Combine different formats in your mini-units: Use short videos for illustration, rely on brief text input, or create short quizzes – microlearning has virtually no limits! Don’t be afraid of digital learning and try it out for yourself. Give your participants more freedom in online sessions and marvel at the lasting effect this can have on the entire learning process!

In the article “Examples of Microlearning: In Trainings and Everyday Life,” you will find some illustrative ideas on what your microlearning could look like!

With the microlearning method, you can also convince skeptical customers and participants of modern learning methods. It’s important, however, not to overwhelm anyone – take it slow!

Many companies hesitate to invest in completely new continuing education measures. In this case, a gentle introduction with blended learning, which combines in-person courses with online support (e.g., in the form of microlearning), is advisable.

How you as a trainer can create a blended learning experience, you will learn in the free guide “Blended Learning for Trainers” in 9 simple steps.