Designing e-learning and microlearning

Create short, engaging digital learning that people complete and remember.

Long online courses are often abandoned halfway. This programme shows how to design short, focused digital learning: microlearning modules, short videos and interactive activities. Participants storyboard a module on a topic from their own organisation.

Who it is for: Trainers, L&D teams and content developers.

Duration: 1–3 days. Group size: up to 25. Format: on-site, virtual or blended, and online.

What it covers

• Principles of digital learning
• Microlearning design
• Storyboards and scripts
• Tools and testing

Outcomes

• Each participant storyboards one microlearning module ready for development.
• They apply practical design rules for screens, video and interaction.
• Modules are tested with a checklist before launch.

Modules

• Digital learning: How people learn online, Attention and memory, Choosing formats
• Microlearning: One objective per module, Short videos, Practice and feedback
• Building content: Storyboards, Scripts, Visual design
• Testing and launch: Pilot users, Accessibility, Tracking completion

Tools and takeaways

• Microlearning template
• Storyboard sheet
• Script guide
• Screen design checklist
• Pilot feedback form

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