Preclass video nanolearning or microlearning in blended medical education.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Short educational videos, including microlearning (multi-concept) and nanolearning (single-concept), are increasingly used in blended medical education.

Objective

This study examined medical students' preferences, learning behaviors, and outcomes when engaging with nanolearning versus amalgamated microlearning videos.

Methods

A convergent parallel mixed-methods design was used. Fifth-year medical students accessed core concept videos in both formats and completed a questionnaire on format preference and learning experience. Data included questionnaire responses, online activity logs, and assessment scores, analyzed using statistical tests and thematic analysis.

Results

Of 156 students, 140 responded; 79 preferred microlearning, 18 preferred nanolearn

SUBMITTER: Ho CM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12538294 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature