We are excited to announce the release of a new book on AI in education, authored by EPOL alumni with contributions from faculty and members of the LDL research group: Artificial Intelligence and Inclusive Education: Theoretical Perspectives and Pra.....More

The LDL Connects is an annual event organized by the Learning Design and Leadership (LDL) team that offers a fantastic opportunity to engage with peers, share ideas, and explore new perspectives in our community. Vania Castro and Stuart Mattingly co...More

Dear LDL Community,

Welcome to the Learning Design and Leadership (LDL) program at the University of Illinois! We are so excited about this academic year and would like to share a little bit about the LDL program with you

LDL has been at the fore...More

Meet Dr. Austin Rickels, whose dedication to education has led him from teaching high school to becoming an Assistant Professor at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville. His story shows the transformative power of higher education and the impact o...More

Meet Dr. Carol Chen, an inspiring educator at Kang Chiao International School - Taipei Campus, where she excels as an English teacher, EAL Specialist, and Literacy Coach. Carol's commitment to education and passion for innovative practices have shap...More

Meet Dr. Robert Hall

In the vibrant world of culinary arts education, Robert Hall stands out for his innovation and dedication. From his beginnings as an instructor to his current roles as University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College (UAPTC)...More

Dr. Lara Reem's journey in education spans 29 years as a dedicated teacher at Washington Community High School. Her commitment to her field led her to pursue a Doctor of Education (EdD) degree from the University of Illinois Learning Design & Le...More

�� Meet Dr. Leah Goldberg:

Leah Goldberg's journey began as an English as a Foreign Language (EFL) instructor, and now she stands at the helm of the English Unit at The Open University of Israel, managing a team of over 20 instructors...More

Hello everyone! We are pleased to announce that the Machine Learning and Human Learning MOOC is now live on Coursera. This course is brought to you by the Learning Design and Leadership team at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign The course ex...More

Ivana Uzelac started a new position as the Director of Academic Technology at Lake Forest College. She shares her transformative journey through the LDL program at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and how it shaped her career trajectory...More