Learning Chunk

Learning Chunk

Term explanation

Definition and meaning

A learning chunk is a small, self-contained unit of educational content covering a single concept or skill. Chunking is a core principle of instructional design: breaking complex topics into manageable segments reduces cognitive load and improves retention. Learning chunks are the building blocks of microlearning programs and modular course structures, and work well in both digital and instructor-led training contexts.

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Generative AI

Generative AI refers to artificial intelligence systems that create new content — such as text, images, code, or structured data — in response to a prompt or task, rather than simply analyzing or classifying existing information. Powered by large language models and other foundation models, generative AI can write documents, summarize reports, produce slide content, and translate data into natural language. In enterprise settings, it is the core technology behind modern AI assistants, document automation tools, and presentation generators. A presentation-specific evolution of generative AI is the Large Presentation Model (LPM), which combines generative capabilities with enterprise context, brand guidelines, and the full presentation cycle.

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Persuasive Presentations

A persuasive presentation is designed to change the audience's opinion, attitude, or behavior. The presenter builds a case using evidence, logic, and emotional appeal to move the audience toward a specific conclusion or action. Persuasive presentations are common in sales pitches, political speeches, fundraising campaigns, and change management initiatives. They differ from informative presentations in that they take a deliberate position and actively seek buy-in.

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PowerPoint Online

PowerPoint Online is the web version of PowerPoint. You can present and edit your PowerPoint presentation with it, without having PowerPoint installed on your computer. It's only necessary to have a Microsoft - or a Microsoft 365 account.

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Agentic Slides

Agentic Slides are presentation slides that autonomously respond to changes in connected enterprise systems. Rather than being static documents, Agentic Slides pull live data from sources like CRM, ERP, or BI tools and update their content automatically. When KPIs shift or new information becomes available, the relevant slides are refreshed without manual effort. The concept makes presentations a living part of an organization's data infrastructure.

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