Microlearning using Absorb-Do-Connect
Overview
This microlearning storyboard is targeted at Corporate Trainers and L&D professionals. I chose this audience because, as a Master Trainer in my current profession, these individuals are responsible for designing and delivering training programs in the workplace. Microlearning can help them create efficient, engaging, and practical training solutions. They must learn to integrate microlearning into existing training programs, create impactful modules, and evaluate learning outcomes. This course can provide these professionals with the tools and strategies to make workplace training more accessible and impactful.
Microlearning
This microlearning course, utilizing Horton's Absorb, Do, Connect Instructional Design Model, is designed for corporate trainers and learning and development (L&D) professionals.
Learning Objectives:
1. Define microlearning and its key principles.
2. Design a microlearning module using appropriate tools and techniques.
3. Apply microlearning strategies to workplace training scenarios.
Storyboard Plan
Section | Absorb (Content) | Do (Activities) | Connect (Application) | Media/Tools |
Introduction | A brief overview of microlearning with an infographic titled “What is Microlearning?” | Answer a 3-question quiz to check prior knowledge. | Reflect on how microlearning could solve a current training challenge in your organization. | Infographic, MS Teams for quiz |
Module 1: Basics | Short video (5 min): "Why Microlearning Works" with key stats and examples. | Drag-and-drop activity: Match microlearning examples to appropriate workplace scenarios. | Write a discussion post or note explaining how you would use microlearning to enhance onboarding/training. | Video, interactive drag-and-drop |
Module 2: Design | Step-by-step guide in an eBook: "Creating Effective Microlearning Courses." Review Designing for Diverse Learners | Design a microlearning lesson outline using an infographic. | Submit the outline for peer review or feedback. | Editable Google Doc template |
Module 3: Tools | Video demo (7 min): "Top Tools for Microlearning Development" featuring Articulate, Kahoot, etc. | Interactive tool exploration: Use one tool to create a 2-minute sample microlearning module. | Share the sample module with peers and gather feedback on its effectiveness. | Video demo, Articulate Rise 360, Kahoot |
Module 4: Strategy | YouTube episode: "Enhanced training strategy with Microlearning" (18 min). | Role-playing activity: Discuss challenges and solutions for implementing microlearning in a workplace training session. | Write an action plan for integrating microlearning into your current/future organizational training strategy. | YouTube Video, editable action plan template |
Assessment | Summary of key takeaways in a visual infographic. | Quiz to test knowledge of key microlearning concepts and tools. | Apply the rubric to evaluate your action plan and make revisions as needed. | Infographic, Kahoot, rubric template |
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Horton's Absorb - Do - Connect Model
Absorb (Content)
Watch and Reflect:
- Activity: Students will watch a 5-minute introductory video titled "What is Microlearning?" featuring real-world examples and key statistics.
- Purpose: Introduces the concept, benefits, and characteristics of microlearning.
Interactive Reading:
- Activity: Students will read an eBook or infographic titled “Microlearning in Action: A Step-by-Step Guide” with visuals and case studies.
- Purpose: Offers in-depth examples of microlearning applications.
Do (Activities)
Scenario-Based Drag-and-Drop:
- Activity: Students will complete an interactive exercise where they match microlearning content types (e.g., videos, infographics, quizzes) to the most suitable workplace scenarios (e.g., onboarding, compliance, or upskilling).
Create a Microlearning Sample:
- Activity: Students will design a 2-minute microlearning lesson (e.g., a video, infographic, or quiz) using tools like Canva or Articulate Rise 360.
- Purpose: Build practical skills in creating engaging and focused microlearning content.
Connect (Application)
Discussion and Reflection:
- Activity: In small groups, students will discuss their experiences with microlearning in the workplace and identify opportunities to apply it.
- Purpose: Encourages students to connect theoretical knowledge to their contexts.
Action Plan Development:
- Activity: Students will draft a microlearning implementation plan for a workplace challenge. The plan will include:
- Objectives.
- A brief content outline.
- Tools needed for creation and delivery.
- Purpose: Ensures students understand the steps to apply microlearning in real-world scenarios
- Activity: Students will draft a microlearning implementation plan for a workplace challenge. The plan will include:
Applying
1. Create a Microlearning Module – Students will design a 2–3-minute microlearning module using Canva, PowerPoint or another form of media. This will allow students to apply design principles and chunking strategies learned. We will conduct a peer review for feedback.
2. Workplace Scenario Challenge – Students will work in small groups to solve a workplace training challenge (reducing onboarding time or improving training). This encourages the application of micro-learning of real-world problems—groups with present solutions in class for discussion.
3. Interactive Assessment Quiz - Students will complete an interactive quiz (e.g., using MS Forms) that tests their ability to apply microlearning principles to hypothetical scenarios. This reinforces the learning by requiring the application of key concepts.
4. Plan a Microlearning Strategy - Students will draft a strategy document outlining how microlearning can address a specific organizational goal. This will link microlearning theories to organizational practice. Students can submit a plan to me for feedback and have the opportunity to correct it. Students will research Do’s & Don’ts of Microlearning and start to generate ideas and instructional strategies.
5. Feedback and Analytics - Students will use sample analytics from a fictional microlearning module to interpret learner performance and recommend improvements. This introduces the practical skill of evaluating microlearning effectiveness. We will have class discussions on how we can guide content updates and adjustments.
6. Final Project Presentation - Students present a complete microlearning project, including its objective, design, delivery method, and expected outcomes. This will provide an opportunity to demonstrate mastery and receive constructive feedback. Students and I will use a rubric to observe and evaluate presentations.
Analyizing
1. Needs Assessment and Gap Analysis - Students will learn how to assess learner needs, identify performance gaps, and design microlearning solutions that bridge those gaps.
2. Data Interpretation and Performance Evaluation - Students will develop skills to analyze learner performance data (e.g., quiz results, engagement analytics) to evaluate the effectiveness of microlearning modules and identify areas for improvement.
3. Content Optimization and Refinement - Students can critically analyze and refine existing training content by applying microlearning principles, ensuring content is concise, engaging, and effective.
- Compare and Contrast Approaches to Microlearning - Students will compare two different microlearning approaches discussed in the course. This will help students analyze the strengths and weaknesses of different methods while applying critical thinking.
- Evaluate a Microlearning Module Using Data – Students will look at microlearning and online learning statistics for 2023, and by using ample learner data, students can evaluate the effectiveness of microlearning modules. This allowed the students to learn to interpret data and make informed decisions.
- Design and Evaluate a Microlearning Assessment - Students will design a microlearning assessment and analyze how well it measures learner understanding of the content. This will help students evaluate the quality of assessments used to gauge microlearning effectiveness.
- Analyze Real-world case studies of Microlearning Implementation - Students will analyze case studies of organizations that have implemented microlearning. This will help students apply analytical thinking to real-world examples and learn from challenges faced by others.
Develop a Microlearning Strategy Based on Data – Students will learn from eLearning strategies and will be tasked with developing a microlearning strategy to address identified gaps.
Evaluate using ISTE Standards
1. Evaluating Information and Sources - Students will learn to critically assess the reliability, relevance, and accuracy of sources and data used to design and implement microlearning modules. They'll gain the ability to discern between high-quality and low-quality resources for content creation. ISTE Standard: Knowledge Constructor (3c): Students curate information from digital resources using a variety of tools and methods to create collections of artifacts that demonstrate meaningful connections or conclusions. 2. Problem-Solving and Decision-Making - Students will develop the ability to apply critical thinking to solve problems related to learner engagement, content effectiveness, and technology integration. They’ll learn how to make data-driven decisions to enhance microlearning designs. ISTE Standard: Innovative Designer (4a): Students use a design process to generate ideas, test theories, create innovative artifacts, or solve authentic problems. 3. Synthesis of Ideas and Concepts- Students will practice synthesizing different ideas and perspectives about microlearning, including evaluating various tools, methods, and strategies. This will help them integrate multiple concepts to create cohesive and effective learning experiences. ISTE Standard: Creative Communicator (6b): Students create original works or responsibly repurpose digital resources into new creations.
ISTE Standard: Global Collaborator (7c): Students contribute constructively to project teams, assuming various roles and responsibilities to work effectively toward a common goal.
Standard: Empowered Learner (1d): Students understand the fundamental concepts of technology operations, demonstrate the ability to choose, use, and troubleshoot current technologies, and transfer their knowledge to explore emerging technologies.
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Create
1. Microlearning Modules - Students can design and develop concise, focused microlearning modules that are engaging, interactive, and aligned with specific learning objectives.
2. Microlearning Strategies - Students can create comprehensive microlearning strategies tailored to different learning environments (e.g., workplace training, classroom settings) based on learner needs and performance data.
3. Interactive Assessments - Students can design and implement interactive assessments that effectively evaluate the impact of microlearning content and measure learner progress.
Microlearning Link for course: https://app.safetyculture.com/trainings/course/678d7233e34dd4a6986cce9e