In this episode of The People Teaching People Podcast, we’re diving into microlearning – an innovative way to teach and share knowledge in small, digestible chunks. Whether you’re a teacher, corporate trainer, coach, or content creator, microlearning offers a way to engage your audience, improve knowledge retention, and make learning accessible for today’s fast-paced world.

We’ll explore what microlearning is, why it works so well, and how you can incorporate it into your teaching or training strategies. From boosting engagement to sparking curiosity, this episode is packed with actionable tips and ideas to help you make a big impact through small lessons.

Make sure you get your FREE Guide: Teaching Tool – Microlearning

Listen in as we talk about:

02:13 What is microlearning? 

04:35 Why should you care about microlearning? 

09:40 Microlearning in different settings and contexts

13:21 When should you use microlearning (and when not to)

14:35 Microlearning strategies

19:13 How to apply microlearning effectively

22:01 Microlearning reflection questions

Connect with Tiana:

• 
  
• Website: https://tianafech.com
  
• LinkedIn: Tiana Fech
  
• Instagram: @tianafech 
  
• Facebook: @tianafech 
  
• Book: Online Course Creation 101: A step-by-step guide to creating your first online course 
  

“Small wins are incredibly motivating because they create a sense of progress and accomplishment, even when the end goal feels far away.”

Microlearning is about delivering information in small, focused chunks. Think of it like eating an elephant – one bite at a time. Whether it’s a short video, an Instagram carousel, or a single slide in a training session, microlearning breaks complex topics into digestible pieces that are less overwhelming and more impactful. Breaking learning into small, manageable steps makes it easier to absorb and apply new knowledge.

Microlearning fits seamlessly into our digital world, making it accessible anytime, anywhere. It boosts retention by focusing on one concept at a time and sparks curiosity by giving learners just enough to keep them coming back for more. Studies show it can improve knowledge retention by up to 80% and increase engagement by 50% in business contexts. Microlearning is an effective way to meet learners where they are while keeping them engaged and motivated.

Microlearning blurs the lines between formal and informal learning, supports self-directed learning, and makes it possible to learn on the go. It’s a perfect fit for today’s busy world, allowing learners to fit education into their schedules and retain knowledge better by focusing on key points. Microlearning empowers learners to take control of their education and thrive in diverse settings.

Microlearning is ideal for teaching clear, simple ideas, sparking curiosity, or reinforcing larger lessons. However, it’s not the best approach for complex topics requiring deep understanding or hands-on practice. Use microlearning strategically to deliver focused, impactful lessons—but recognize when a more in-depth approach is needed.

Try these six microlearning strategies:

1. 
   
2. Question-Answer: Pose a question and share a quick, clear answer to spark curiosity.
   
3. 3-Steps: Break a task into three easy steps for simplicity and clarity.
   
4. Micro-Scenario: Use real-life situations to encourage decision-making.
   
5. 1-Minute Knowledge Snack: Share quick, actionable tips learners can use immediately.
   
6. Interactive: Involve learners through polls, quizzes, or discussions.
   
7. Quick Challenge: Give a task learners can complete right away to apply their knowledge.
   

Microlearning strategies are versatile and can be tailored to fit any teaching or training context.

Here are six tips to make microlearning work for you:

• 
  
• Focus on one idea at a time.
  
• Use visuals to enhance understanding.
  
• Create microlearning as teasers for larger topics.
  
• Engage learners with questions or interactive elements.
  
• Be consistent by sharing regular short lessons.
  
• Repurpose long-form content into bite-sized pieces.
  

Small, consistent efforts with microlearning can create lasting impacts in any educational or professional setting.

• 
  
• How do you currently use microlearning in your personal or professional life?
  
• What’s a topic you would like to break down into smaller learning moments?
  
• How could you use microlearning to improve engagement with your audience or students?
  
• Where do you see microlearning fitting into your current teaching, training, coaching, or content strategy?
  

• 
  
• 
  

  Innovito: Implementing Microlearning Strategies: A Comprehensive Guide for 2024

  
  
  
• 
  

  Learning Guild: Microlearning 2024: Current State and Future Implications