Development of Micro-Learning Using Scenario-Based Learning to Promote Ability to Select Digital Media for Learning Activity Design of Caregivers

Abstract

This research aimed to: 1) develop scenario-based microlearning derived from the context and problems in selecting digital media for designing learning activities among early childhood caregivers; and 2) compare caregivers’ ability to select digital media before and after participating in the microlearning program. The sample consisted of 30 caregivers from child development centers under local administrative organizations in Khlong Luang and Mueang Pathum Thani Districts, Pathum Thani Province. The research instruments included an interview form on current conditions, problems, and needs; an evaluation form for the microlearning instructional model; and a digital media selection ability test. Data were analyzed using mean, standard deviation, and a dependent t-test.

The findings revealed that: 1) the scenario-based microlearning model consisted of seven key components: learning objectives, contextual scenarios, modular lessons, learning tools and media, reflection activities, expected learning outcomes, and assessment. Expert validation indicated a high level of appropriateness (M = 4.89, SD = 0.16); and 2) caregivers who participated in the scenario-based microlearning demonstrated significantly higher posttest scores (M = 21.50, SD = 4.07) in their ability to select digital media for designing learning activities compared to their pretest scores (M = 17.70, SD = 4.35) at the .05 level of statistical significance.