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Micro Learning

Micro-learning is an effective and flexible approach for foreign language acquisition, particularly appealing to today's digital generation. While it enhances memory retention and allows for personalized learning, it lacks sufficient practical exercises for speaking and listening, which are essential for effective communication. To maximize its benefits, universities should incorporate interactive practices and multimedia materials into language classes.

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Micro Learning

Micro-learning is an effective and flexible approach for foreign language acquisition, particularly appealing to today's digital generation. While it enhances memory retention and allows for personalized learning, it lacks sufficient practical exercises for speaking and listening, which are essential for effective communication. To maximize its benefits, universities should incorporate interactive practices and multimedia materials into language classes.

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Micro-learning

for
Foreign Language
tutorials in University
Alexandra P. Marinskaya
• Mirco-learning efficiency for foreign language
• 2020
About Micro Learning
• Micro-learning is gaining popularity:
Especially among the digital generation
• Concise and targeted approach: Micro-
learning offers a focused way to learn a
language
• Aligns with learning preferences: Micro-
learning fits well with the way today's
students like to learn
• Convenience and flexibility: Micro-
learning allows students to learn a
language at their own pace, even with
busy schedules
Micro-learning for language learning
• Improves language acquisition and retention
• Better memory consolidation and application
• Flexible and effective way for improvement
Limitation of micro-learning
• Lack of practical exercises: Micro-
learning may not provide enough
opportunities for practical exercises
with fellow students + Specifically, this
can hinder language learners' ability to
communicate effectively in speaking
• Importance of speaking and listening:
Language learning requires practice with
peers in speaking and listening to
develop crucial communication skills
Hou Keat Khong
Muhammad Kamarui
• A theoretical model of micro-
learning for second language
instruction
• 2020
Theoretical model
• Cognitive Load Theory
• Cognitive Theory of Multimedia Learning
• Self Determination Theory
Cognitive Load Theory
• Turn learning material into bite-sized perfectly
Cognitive Theory of Multimedia Learning
• Design Multimedia material
Self Determination Theory
• Self Motivation
Duolingo
Incorporate micro-learning into language
classes
• Provide students with more flexibility and frequent practices
• Break down language learning into bite-sized content
• Use multimedia materials
• Incorporate interactive exercises
Practicing for Micro-learning
• Provide opportunities for speaking
and listening practice: To overcome
the limitations of micro-learning
• Online or offline practice with peers:
Allow students to develop crucial
communication skills
• Embracing micro-learning and
addressing limitations: Universities
can provide learners with a more
effective and engaging way to
acquire language skills
The end, thank you.

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