Frank Cornelissen

Frank Cornelissen serves as Professor of Innovation in Education at the University of Amsterdam's Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences, specializing in Educational Sciences. His work bridges theoretical research and practical applications in contemporary educational challenges.

His research portfolio demonstrates deep engagement with:

• Teacher education dynamics, particularly for second-career professionals
• Experiential learning design in higher education and legal contexts
• Online/blended learning effectiveness and implementation strategies
• Knowledge transfer mechanisms in organizational training
• Professional identity development across career transitions

Analysis of his 2023-2025 publications reveals a methodical focus on transfer of training dynamics, with particular attention to motivational antecedents and contextual factors affecting second-career teachers. His international comparative work on circular professional development models addresses systemic gaps in traditional linear approaches across Australia, England, Japan, and the Netherlands.

Professor Cornelissen maintains active contributions to educational discourse through both English and Dutch-language scholarship, with recent emphasis on experiential legal education and network-driven research capacity building in school settings.