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A literature review on the integration of microlearning and social media

Authors :
Marc Denojean-Mairet
Sonsoles López-Pernas
Friday Joseph Agbo
Matti Tedre
Source :
Smart Learning Environments, Vol 11, Iss 1, Pp 1-19 (2024)
Publication Year :
2024
Publisher :
SpringerOpen, 2024.

Abstract

Abstract The study aimed to perform a literature review to identify the trends, impacts, and challenges associated with the integration of microlearning and social media. A total of seven academic databases were used as sources for searching: Scopus, Web of Science, ACM, EBSCOhost, PubMed, ProQuest, and IEEE. A combination of keywords related to microlearning and social media was employed during the search process. No specific date limit was imposed, but only materials published in English were considered for inclusion. A total of 2312 articles were identified in the first phase of the search. Sixteen articles were selected during phase two after applying the inclusion and exclusion criteria. The reviewed studies encompassed various fields, including computing, programming, language, nursing, surgery, and radiology. Additionally, multiple social media platforms were identified, such as podcasts, chatbots, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, MP3, TikTok, Twitter, YouTube, and Sina Weibo. The results indicate that the integration of microlearning and social media has the potential to enhance learning outcomes positively. These outcomes include increased learner satisfaction, expanded reach, improved learner engagement, and enhanced learning effectiveness. Additionally, the review highlights that the most significant benefits of combining microlearning with social media are increased reach and enhanced learner engagement.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
21967091
Volume :
11
Issue :
1
Database :
Directory of Open Access Journals
Journal :
Smart Learning Environments
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
edsdoj.424f59992381427081f5459db27fc9c3
Document Type :
article
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1186/s40561-024-00334-5