Addressing the attention span: does bite-sized lesson structure facilitate better attention span for students resulting in
better learning and lesson engagement?
Chu Meng Chan Nicholas
Design and Media
Pedagogy
Foo Liang Kee Matthew
Design and Media
Pedagogy
Using a masterclass format of lesson delivery, the research explores how bite-sized lesson structures result in improved learning engagement.
This research uses design thinking principles to re-design lesson plans for screen media programme. Using a masterclass format of lesson delivery, the research explores how bite-sized lesson structures result in improved learning engagement.
There were 27 second-year screen media students participating in this research. The students experienced bite-sized modules comprising of a mini-lecture, followed by video segments and break-out room consultations during the first semester of AY20/21.
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Results show that such lesson structures increase attention span, and smaller break-out discussions lead students to demonstrate learning.
