Marie-Louise Kok

Marie-Louise Kok is a learning specialist at the Leyden Academy on Vitality & Ageing in Leiden, the Netherlands. Her work focuses on the design and implementation of innovative learning programmes and content, addressing themes related to ageing, health, and lifelong learning. With a professional background in publishing, online marketing, and educational innovation, Marie-Louise has over two decades of experience developing digital learning initiatives and educational platforms. She has been closely involved in creating (large-scale online) courses, aimed at promoting health literacy. Her approach combines instructional design, digital technology, and learner-centred methodologies, often drawing on experimentation and iterative development strategies. Through her work at Leyden Academy, Marie-Louise contributes to disseminating scientific knowledge on ageing to professionals, policymakers, and (older) citizens.