Effectiveness of a training programme based on microlearning in developing electronic visual note-taking skills and digital self-efficacy among female students of the Applied College at Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University

This study investigated the effectiveness of a microlearning-based electronic visual note-taking training programme in developing electronic visual note-taking skills and digital self-efficacy among female students at a Saudi university. A quasi-experimental design was employed with an experimental group that received microlearning-based training and a control group that received traditional training. The sample consisted of 65 female students, and data were collected through a knowledge achievement test, a practical performance observation checklist, and a digital self-efficacy scale. All instruments underwent validation and reliability testing. Pre- and post-test analyses revealed significant differences favouring the experimental group across all measured variables, indicating that microlearning can strengthen cognitive knowledge, practical skills, and students’ confidence. The findings support the integration of microlearning into an educational strategy, specifically in applied education contexts focused on digital skill development. This study proposed a practical and replicable model that can be used in learner-centred education and contemporary digital education requirements. The findings revealed that microlearning provides an efficient pedagogical approach for improving learning outcomes in higher education. Universities should consider adopting microlearning-based training to support digital skill acquisition and enhance learner autonomy.