Last Updated on September 25, 2019 by Larious

Mobile learning management systems go hand in hand with microlearning, giving learners access to bite-sized and digestible information they need to learn new practices and skills. By interacting with topical, content-specific bursts, learning becomes much more accessible, leading to increased retention and success rates.

Furthermore, in terms of delivery, microlearning courses are much easier to develop and update than traditional eLearning courses. So, for both learners and teachers, microlearning and mobile learning management systems have a whole load of benefits.

However, to reap these benefits, it’s essential you know which features to look for when selecting a mobile learning management system. Thankfully, we’re on hand to detail precisely that so you can get the most out of microlearning.

Authoring tool 

Learning environments change rapidly, to keep up with this, you must select an LMS with a responsive authoring tool. If you opt for a system that will allow you to create fully immersive and interactive experiences that will keep learners engaged with no coding or complex formatting, you’ll be good to go.

Mobile-first user experience 

The use of smartphones all around the globe is only increasing; they’re everywhere. A great way to keep your learners engaged is to utilize an engaging, mobile-first user experience so that they can access information at the click of a button. By delivering content directly to a learner’s mobile device, engagement rates are often higher thanks to an interactive design that makes learning on the go easier than ever.

According to edapp, using a mobile-first user experience can see course completion rates soar to 80 percent opposed to the sub-20 percent industry average. Ideally, you’ll choose a system that is designed for mobile interfaces but performs just as well on a desktop browser.

An extensive template library 

Having access to an extensive library of templates that you can choose to build your course on allows you to create varied and intuitive lessons for your learners. The best learning management systems provide plenty of templates that allow you to upload your content such as video, text, and images. In addition to this, you’ll be able to personalize each template to allow you to deliver a branded experience for your learners.

Gamification 

 In terms of an authoring tool, it’s worth choosing an LMS that offers built-in gamification too. Just in case you aren’t aware, gamification is the process of transforming a mundane lesson or task into an interactive game. If you choose an authoring tool that allows you to do this, you can turn content into a game which ultimately contributes to engagement rates and information retention.

Spaced repetition 

 Last but not least, you should choose a management system that allows you to use spaced repetition to deliver your content to learners. One of the core issues businesses can face is keeping staff engaged when it comes to internal learning, which affects the effectiveness of each lesson.

Spaced repetition is a genuinely effective method of learning which delivers lessons at increasing intervals to improve retention. Over time, spaced reputation ensures that the information is fully embedded in learner’s long-term memory thanks to a science back repetition schedule.

If you select a learning mobile management system offering these five key features, you’re sure to get the best out of your microlearning experience.