Microlearning in organizations: patterns and future directions

Purpose This study investigates the patterns in Microlearning by analyzing the extant literature, uncovering the underlying themes, and proposing future directions in this field for organizations. Design/methodology/approach A relevant search of the Scopus database was performed on 4th August 2024 which revealed a total of 108 articles. These articles were then analyzed and a network analysis was performed using VOSViewer to uncover the research themes and clusters. Articles pertaining to the domain of Business Management were included for the study. Findings The findings are based on the published literature from Scopus database and generating an intellectual structure through VOSviewer. Four underlying themes projecting the patterns associated with Microlearning were revealed and future directions based on these patterns were suggested. Research limitations/implications This study is a window to the immense possibility of future research in the emerging field of Microlearning. Researchers can conduct empirical studies related to Microlearning with reference to each of the four clusters that emerged from the study. The future directions suggested in the study may also be validated through quantitative research. Practical implications Organizations can utilize this study to understand and incorporate Microlearning and base their organizational policies to evolve into inclusive learning organizations. Social implications Microlearning can prove to be a great learning technique to promote gender-agnostic inclusive learning catering to different learning styles. Originality/value This paper is a unique study that uncovers the patterns and indicates the future directions in Microlearning – an evolving learning technique appealing to a diverse set of learners.