MICROLEARNING COURSES AND PLATFORM DESIGN

Icesi University

Needs Assessment:

Identify the urgent need for support due to the transition from in-person to virtual classes caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Understand the specific challenges faced by students during this transition, such as adapting to online learning environments and managing academic tasks effectively.

Stakeholder Consultation:

Collaborate with university administrators, faculty members, and students to gather input on the most pressing needs and desired solutions.
Discuss the potential impact of the microlearning platform and gather requirements for its design and content.

Design Strategy:

Determine the scope and objectives of the microlearning platform, focusing on providing practical support and resources to facilitate the transition to virtual learning.
Decide on the format of microlearning courses, considering short, focused modules that address specific topics relevant to online learning success.

Content Development:

Develop content for microlearning courses based on identified needs and objectives.
Create modules covering topics such as strategies for online learning success, tools for organizing academic work, accessing academic support resources, and utilizing helpful tools and resources.

Platform Development:

Design and develop a user-friendly website to host the microlearning courses, ensuring accessibility and ease of navigation.
Incorporate features such as the ability for users to select teacher or student mode and include a message from the university director to provide context and encouragement.

Categorization and Organization:

Organize the microlearning courses into categories to facilitate easy navigation and access to relevant resources.
Create categories such as "Strategies to succeed as an online student," "Tools to organize my academic work," "Academic support and university well-being centers," and "Helps and tools" to cover a wide range of student needs.

Testing and Feedback:

Conduct user testing with students and faculty to gather feedback on the usability and effectiveness of the microlearning platform.
Incorporate feedback to make any necessary revisions or improvements to the platform and content.

Launch and Promotion:

Launch the microlearning platform and promote it to students through university communication channels, such as email, social media, and the university website.
Encourage active engagement with the platform by highlighting its benefits and the availability of valuable resources for students navigating virtual learning environments.

Monitoring and Evaluation:

Monitor usage metrics and gather feedback from users to assess the effectiveness of the microlearning platform.
Use data analytics to track user engagement, completion rates, and satisfaction levels to inform future improvements and enhancements to the platform and content.