The Learning Research Digest vol. 29
👋 Hello, fellow Learning Scientists!
Welcome to the March 2025 edition of the Learning Research Digest — and what a month it’s been!
Across disciplines and continents, this month’s research shares a clear theme: learning design as both science and craft. From value-sensitive course creation to AI-simulated learners and VR-powered teacher training, these studies explore what it means to design learning experiences that are ethical, evidence-informed, and future-ready.
🔥 Hot Off the Research Press This Month:
Designing Simulation for Better Patient Outcomes – What instructional design features in anaesthesia training actually lead to behaviour change and clinical impact?
VR-Based Teacher Training – What design elements make immersive environments effective for professional learning?
Values in Instructional Design Practice – How do designers’ personal ethics shape what (and how) they build?
MOOC Satisfaction Decoded – What really matters to learners using platforms like Coursera?
What IDs Actually Do (and What They Don’t) – A closer look at how higher ed designers navigate real-world constraints.
AI-Powered Simulated Learners – Can AI models predict the outcomes of instructional design decisions?
AI Assessment in Language Learning – What kinds of feedback, tools, and timeframes drive learning in K–12?
Designing for Motivational Regulation – How can learning environments actively support students’ ability to stay engaged?
Let’s dive in 🚀