Contribution of Microlearning in Basic Education: A Systematic Review
This systematic review analyzed the role of microlearning in basic education, identifying the most widely used Digital Information and Communication Technologies, relevant learning theories, and the role of social technologies from a Science, Technology, Society, and Environment (STSE) perspective....
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| description | This systematic review analyzed the role of microlearning in basic education, identifying the most widely used Digital Information and Communication Technologies, relevant learning theories, and the role of social technologies from a Science, Technology, Society, and Environment (STSE) perspective. Following PRISMA 2020, searches were conducted in Web of Science, Scopus, ERIC, and IEEE Xplore databases. Studies on microlearning were selected based on previously defined eligibility criteria. The review process in Rayyan involved deduplication, screening, and full-text analysis. Data were qualitatively analyzed using content analysis, and methodological quality was assessed with CASP and the Downs and Black. The findings highlight that microlearning, integrated with digital tools such as online platforms, mobile apps, and short videos, significantly enhances student motivation, performance, and interaction; content in short modules facilitates knowledge retention and connects concepts to real-life situations. Promising trends include mobile technologies and gamification, which foster active, meaningful learning. Grounded in theories like Self-Determination, Constructionism, and Constructivism, microlearning personalizes teaching and promotes engagement, critical thinking, and accessibility, contributing to inclusive and sustainable education. From a STSE perspective, social technologies enhance autonomy, social interaction, and ethical–environmental awareness. In Brazil, further research on digital platforms and gamified strategies is needed to drive innovative educational practices. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-12642aeea1ce41b8adf742cf64d3e70f2025-08-20T02:42:42ZengMDPI AGEducation Sciences2227-71022025-02-0115330210.3390/educsci15030302Contribution of Microlearning in Basic Education: A Systematic ReviewElaine Santana Silva0Woska Pires da Costa1Junio Cesar de Lima2Julio Cesar Ferreira3Graduate Program in Teaching for Basic Education (PPG-EnEB), Instituto Federal Goiano—Campus Urutaí, Urutaí 75790-000, GO, BrazilResearch Department, Instituto Federal Goiano—Campus Morrinhos, Morrinhos 75650-000, GO, BrazilGraduate Program in Teaching for Basic Education (PPG-EnEB), Instituto Federal Goiano—Campus Urutaí, Urutaí 75790-000, GO, BrazilGraduate Program in Teaching for Basic Education (PPG-EnEB), Instituto Federal Goiano—Campus Urutaí, Urutaí 75790-000, GO, BrazilThis systematic review analyzed the role of microlearning in basic education, identifying the most widely used Digital Information and Communication Technologies, relevant learning theories, and the role of social technologies from a Science, Technology, Society, and Environment (STSE) perspective. Following PRISMA 2020, searches were conducted in Web of Science, Scopus, ERIC, and IEEE Xplore databases. Studies on microlearning were selected based on previously defined eligibility criteria. The review process in Rayyan involved deduplication, screening, and full-text analysis. Data were qualitatively analyzed using content analysis, and methodological quality was assessed with CASP and the Downs and Black. The findings highlight that microlearning, integrated with digital tools such as online platforms, mobile apps, and short videos, significantly enhances student motivation, performance, and interaction; content in short modules facilitates knowledge retention and connects concepts to real-life situations. Promising trends include mobile technologies and gamification, which foster active, meaningful learning. Grounded in theories like Self-Determination, Constructionism, and Constructivism, microlearning personalizes teaching and promotes engagement, critical thinking, and accessibility, contributing to inclusive and sustainable education. From a STSE perspective, social technologies enhance autonomy, social interaction, and ethical–environmental awareness. In Brazil, further research on digital platforms and gamified strategies is needed to drive innovative educational practices.https://www.mdpi.com/2227-7102/15/3/302digital information and communication technologiesteaching methodologysocial perspectiveteaching theoriesonline platformsmobile technologies |
| spellingShingle | Elaine Santana Silva Woska Pires da Costa Junio Cesar de Lima Julio Cesar Ferreira Contribution of Microlearning in Basic Education: A Systematic Review Education Sciences digital information and communication technologies teaching methodology social perspective teaching theories online platforms mobile technologies |
| title | Contribution of Microlearning in Basic Education: A Systematic Review |
| title_full | Contribution of Microlearning in Basic Education: A Systematic Review |
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| title_short | Contribution of Microlearning in Basic Education: A Systematic Review |
| title_sort | contribution of microlearning in basic education a systematic review |
| topic | digital information and communication technologies teaching methodology social perspective teaching theories online platforms mobile technologies |
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