Book: Evidence-Informed Learning Design by Mirjam Neelen and Paul A. Kirschner

Evidence-Informed Learning Design: Use Evidence to Create Training Which Improves Performance by Mirjam Neelen and Paul A. Kirschner

In Evidence-Informed Learning Design, Mirjam Neelen and Paul A. Kirschner present a comprehensive guide for Learning and Development (L&D) professionals seeking to create training programs grounded in scientific research. The authors emphasize the importance of integrating evidence from learning sciences into the design process to enhance training effectiveness and improve performance outcomes. The book provides practical strategies for assessing and applying relevant scientific literature, enabling practitioners to design learning experiences that are both effective and efficient. Through real-world examples and strategic recommendations, Neelen and Kirschner equip readers with the tools to critically evaluate and implement evidence-based practices in their training initiatives.

Mirjam Neelen is the Head of Global Learning Design & Learning Sciences at Novartis, bringing over 15 years of industry experience from organizations such as T-Mobile, Google, and Accenture. She is recognized for her expertise in applying learning sciences to practical design and has co-authored publications focusing on evidence-informed approaches to learning and development.

Paul A. Kirschner is an Emeritus Professor of Educational Psychology at the Open University of the Netherlands and a Guest Professor at Thomas More University of Applied Sciences in Belgium. He has published nearly 400 journal articles, books, and book chapters focusing on learning, instruction, and collaborative learning.

Workplace learning professionals will find actionable value in this book through its clear guidance on applying evidence-based strategies to training design. By leveraging insights from cognitive psychology and learning sciences, instructional designers, trainers, and e-learning developers can create interventions that are more likely to result in meaningful performance improvements. The emphasis on critical evaluation of scientific literature ensures that L&D initiatives are grounded in proven methodologies, leading to more effective and efficient learning experiences within organizations.