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Learning bytes

Eric Mowbray
Eric Mowbray

The document proposes a new approach called "learning bytes" for workplace eLearning. Learning bytes are bite-sized learning objects that can be pushed to learners on devices for flexible, on-demand learning. Each learning byte would interrogate the learner's understanding with a question or quiz and provide supporting content only if needed. The sequence and frequency of learning bytes can be configured. The approach aims to suit today's mobile, impatient learners but could risk weakening focus or giving too much control to technology.

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Learning Bytes A new approach for workplace eLearning By Eric Mowbray
eLearning and Digital Cultures University of Edinburgh MOOC This edcmooc digital artefact: Describes an original, innovative and practical idea (learning bytes) for eLearning in the workplace References themes explored in the edcmooc Tests the concept against the themes
New concept for eLearning Replace a traditional, structured, beginning-to-end course in the workplace: Intro Topic 1 Topic 2 Topic 3 Topic 4 Assessment With a collection of learning objects: Can be pushed to learners via PC or mobile device so they can be accessed at any time and receive the material in bite-sized chunks.
What is a Learning Byte? Object Deeply interrogates the Question learners understanding Content The learning object can be a question or quiz with supporting content available to be provided only if the learner fails to pass the question. Can use video or audio to achieve Hershs Human Presence Learning Environment1
Example To be used for new supermarket checkout staff: Question Match the name with the photo: mangosteen rambutan custard apple feijoa If the staff member gets this wrong, they must complete the tropical fruit topic
The sequence of objects The period and regularity of sending out objects can be configured for example, staff could be sent an object per week or per month.
Utopia? Suits todays learning style : staccato blasts of information - phone, texts, emails, chats, tweets vie for attention learners are jaded by traditional elearning courses have a significant capacity for processing multiple, non-contextualised streams mobility people are time-poor and impatient digital natives and immigrants2
Dystopia - Master or slave? Could our way of thinking change? Perhaps we will weaken our ability to absorb larger amounts of material? Responsibility for initiating the training is delegated to the technology But the learner still chooses when to learn Are we giving too much responsibility to technology? Is the machine the master? Are we the slave? We shape our tools and then our tools shape us Marshall McLuhan4
Traditional eLearning model Course structure in modules with multiple topics; Objectives are stated followed by content, learning activities, check-your-knowledge checks, a summary and finally assessment; Within a learning management system, it is accessible, trackable, uses rich media, deployable with ease; However, now considered too long, too boring, not flexible, not adaptable.
Learning bytes
The future of eLearning Is it time to re-consider the conventional linear teacher -> student structure of a training course? New technology has created new opportunities But it has also lead to new ways of thinking Using online social interaction to increase and enhance engagement, comfort and, eventually, retention5 What will eLearning look like in the future?

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  • 1. Learning Bytes A new approach for workplace eLearning By Eric Mowbray
  • 2. eLearning and Digital Cultures University of Edinburgh MOOC This edcmooc digital artefact: Describes an original, innovative and practical idea (learning bytes) for eLearning in the workplace References themes explored in the edcmooc Tests the concept against the themes
  • 3. New concept for eLearning Replace a traditional, structured, beginning-to-end course in the workplace: Intro Topic 1 Topic 2 Topic 3 Topic 4 Assessment With a collection of learning objects: Can be pushed to learners via PC or mobile device so they can be accessed at any time and receive the material in bite-sized chunks.
  • 4. What is a Learning Byte? Object Deeply interrogates the Question learners understanding Content The learning object can be a question or quiz with supporting content available to be provided only if the learner fails to pass the question. Can use video or audio to achieve Hershs Human Presence Learning Environment1
  • 5. Example To be used for new supermarket checkout staff: Question Match the name with the photo: mangosteen rambutan custard apple feijoa If the staff member gets this wrong, they must complete the tropical fruit topic
  • 6. The sequence of objects The period and regularity of sending out objects can be configured for example, staff could be sent an object per week or per month.
  • 7. Utopia? Suits todays learning style : staccato blasts of information - phone, texts, emails, chats, tweets vie for attention learners are jaded by traditional elearning courses have a significant capacity for processing multiple, non-contextualised streams mobility people are time-poor and impatient digital natives and immigrants2
  • 8. Dystopia - Master or slave? Could our way of thinking change? Perhaps we will weaken our ability to absorb larger amounts of material? Responsibility for initiating the training is delegated to the technology But the learner still chooses when to learn Are we giving too much responsibility to technology? Is the machine the master? Are we the slave? We shape our tools and then our tools shape us Marshall McLuhan4
  • 9. Traditional eLearning model Course structure in modules with multiple topics; Objectives are stated followed by content, learning activities, check-your-knowledge checks, a summary and finally assessment; Within a learning management system, it is accessible, trackable, uses rich media, deployable with ease; However, now considered too long, too boring, not flexible, not adaptable.
  • 11. The future of eLearning Is it time to re-consider the conventional linear teacher -> student structure of a training course? New technology has created new opportunities But it has also lead to new ways of thinking Using online social interaction to increase and enhance engagement, comfort and, eventually, retention5 What will eLearning look like in the future?

Editor's Notes

  1. The Human Element, Steve Kolowichhttp://www.insidehighered.com/news/2010/03/29/lms
  2. 2. Distinction originally conceived by Marc Prensky3. Image from EDCMOOC video Productivity Future Vision (Microsoft)
  3. 4. http://en.wikiquote.org/wiki/Marshall_McLuhan
  4. John Bourne, Sloan Consortium Image provided by video EDCMOOC A day made of Glass 2 Corning