Within this session we will...

Explore how and why DML is integrated in Further Education systems.

Extend and confirm our understanding of a DML as a pedagogy.

​Consider and plan how DML can be implemented into your own lessons and practice with ease!

'Digital Micro-learning is the delivery of learning content in a short, succinct way. Condensing large quantities of information into bite-sized training drives better engagement and knowledge retention for learners'

Digital can feel daunting!

It's completely normal for digitalising current or simple resources to feel overwhelming. However, you can make easy adaptations to form DML Resources with your existing skills (and a little teacher-based-stretch-and-challenge!)

Have 1 clear Objective/ aim of the resource.

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4 TOP TIPS when creating DML Resources...

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Keep it interactive and engaging.

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Keep the bigger picture in mind.

Don't overwhelm with information.

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​Step 5

Select your unit/module or project.

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LETS CREATE YOUR OWN DML RESOURCE WITH 5 SIMPLE STEPS!

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Select 1 topic from the unit/project.

Select 5 key pieces from your chosen topic.

Select a digital platform you feel comfortable with.

Plan your content and creation the resource.

Great work,
Now share!

Please share your designed and delivered DML Resources with our CRC Lecturers via our padlet here.

Thank You!

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