
The Flaw in "Learning for Later"
For decades, corporate training has operated on a "learning for later" model.
Employees attend a long training session or complete a comprehensive e-learning
course, hoping to retain a wide range of information that they might need at some
future point. This approach is fundamentally flawed:
Information Decay: The human brain is not designed to absorb and retain a large
volume of information in one sitting. As the Ebbinghaus forgetting curve
demonstrates, without immediate and consistent reinforcement, a significant portion
of new information is lost within days.
Irrelevance and Disengagement: A broad, generic course often contains information
that is not immediately relevant to a learner's current tasks. This leads to
disengagement and a perception of training as a chore rather than a valuable tool.
Loss of Productivity: When a critical question arises on the job, an employee’s only
options are to halt their work and seek help or, worse, proceed with an incomplete
understanding. This inefficiency is a major drain on business performance.
What is Just-in-Time Microlearning?
Just-in-time microlearning is the strategic delivery of learning content in short,
focused bursts that are accessible at the exact moment of need. It’s not about
teaching a whole subject, but about providing a single, actionable answer. The
content, which can be a 90-second video, an interactive checklist, or a simple
flashcard, is designed to be consumed and applied instantly. This approach
transforms training from a discrete event into a seamless, integrated part of the daily
workflow.
How MaxLearn Delivers on the Promise of Just-in-Time
Training
MaxLearn’s comprehensive Microlearning Platform and suite of Microlearning
Tools are specifically designed to make just-in-time learning a reality. Our integrated
ecosystem enables you to create, deliver, and track microlearning snippets with
unparalleled ease and effectiveness.
AI-Powered Content Creation for Speed: The biggest hurdle for many L&D teams is
creating a library of relevant, bite-sized content. MaxLearn’s innovative AI-powered
Authoring Tool solves this problem by rapidly converting existing documents, such as
new compliance policies in Banking or detailed product specifications in Pharma, into
engaging microlearning courses. This allows you to build a comprehensive,
on-demand knowledge base in a fraction of the time.