Applying Learning Science to Training and Development

35mBeginner2025-07-15

Authors

Daniel Brigham

Creating training in the academic and corporate spheres for 20 years

Course details

Effective training isn't just about delivering content—it’s about ensuring that learning translates into long-term retention and skill application. This course explores evidence-based strategies, from learning science to optimized training design and delivery, making learning more effective and engaging. Learn how retrieval practice, spaced learning, feedback, realistic environments, and interleaving can improve retention and performance. By applying these principles, you can create training programs that lead to meaningful, lasting learning outcomes.

Learning objectives
Describe key learning science principles that improve knowledge retention and skill mastery.
Analyze the impact of retrieval practice, spacing, and feedback on learning effectiveness.
Apply research-backed strategies to structure more effective training experiences.
Evaluate different training methods to determine their alignment with neuroscience principles.
Create training interventions that integrate learning science principles for long-term retention and performance improvement.

Skills covered

Instructional DesignCorporate TrainingLearning and DevelopmentTraining and EducationHuman ResourcesLearning

Concepts

0. Introduction

01 - Applying learning science to training - A practical guide
02 - How this course will transform your training

1. Make Learning Effortful and Relevant

03 - Retrieval practice - Boost learning and memory
04 - Spacing learning - Improve retention and recall
05 - Interleaving - Mixing it up for better learning
06 - Realistic practice - Why context matters

2. The Importance of Feedback, Vision, and Sleep

07 - Effective feedback - Turn mistakes into learning
08 - How feedback shapes mental models for learning
09 - Boost learning with visuals - Our dominant sense
10 - The role of sleep in consolidating learning

Conclusion

11 - Next steps in your learning science journey