microconcept
Microconcept is a term describing a small, self-contained unit of knowledge, idea, or concept that can be taught, learned, or recalled independently. It emphasizes granularity and modularity in knowledge representation and is used in education technology, knowledge management, and instructional design. Although not universally standardized, microconcepts are deployed in systems that assemble learning experiences from concise, reusable units.
Key characteristics include conciseness, a defined scope, and the ability to convey a single idea with minimal
Applications span microlearning, where lessons are built from microconcepts; knowledge graphs and ontologies, where they serve
Examples include: “The cell membrane is a phospholipid bilayer” and “A noun is a word that denotes
Related terms include microfact and atomic concept, with varying definitions across fields. Critics warn that fragmentation