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Using Nano Learning Programs to Close the Gap

Sat, June 3, 5:00 to 6:00pm, Virtual, TBA

Abstract

One of the top trends and buzzwords in education is “nano learning”. Also called “micro sessions” or “micro lessons”, these programs are touted in secondary education as a way to close learning gaps and offer mid-course remediation. But do they have a place in higher education and as CPE programs?
NASBA defines a Nano Learning program as “a tutorial program designed to permit a participant to learn a given subject in a ten-minute time frame” and “without interaction with a real time instructor” that are (1) delivered electronically and (2) focus on a single learning objective.
In this workshop session (or ELS poster) attendees will learn:
1. the benefits of “chunking” on attention, retention, and productivity
2. when a Nano Course might be useful
3. several sources for Nano Learning programs for accounting topics
4. how to deploy these courses as prior knowledge activities or remediation devices
5. from honest student feedback from Nano Learning programs from Sophomores, MAcc Students, and MBA Students
The session will conclude with questions and anecdotal answers about the experiences the leader and participants have had with deploying these programs with their students. What seems to work and how well.

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