The Learning Design & Learning Sciences program prepares creative and adaptable learning scientists and designers who can transform learning in diverse contexts. Our program uniquely defines learning ...

One of the most robust backward design models developed for higher education is L. Dee Fink’s integrated course design. Fink outlines a streamlined process for designing academic courses, divided into ...

Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University's School of Computer Science (SCS) revealed how small design changes in online tutoring platforms can help students push through their mistakes and keep ...

The basic premise of the flipped classroom is that class time is best spent on active learning and higher order thinking, while content delivery can successfully take place outside of the classroom. A ...

Most organizations spend heavily on training, yet the returns rarely justify the investment. More often than not, the problem lies in strategy rather than the content itself. A thoughtful learning ...

Integrating course design and assessment planning ensures cohesive teaching practices and enhances student learning outcomes. An integrated approach considers the interconnectedness of situational ...

The program focuses on the knowledge and skills of instructional design and using technology tools to improve teaching and learning, especially on the design of online learning and digital ...

Recent studies and expert insights highlight how AI tutors, adaptive platforms, and motivational strategies can enhance student engagement and learning in online environments. Research shows AI tools ...

The mission of the Center for Academic Innovation at the University of Michigan is to collaborate across campus and around the world to create equitable, lifelong educational opportunities for ...

Our Graduate Certificate in Learning Design and Learning Sciences—offered fully online—prepares students for the exciting new field of the learning sciences. The program bridges theory and practice by ...