Who we are:

Learning by Design is a transdisciplinary cooperative of research laboratories in the Digital Futures Initiative within the University of Cincinnati. Learning by Design consists of researchers and designers from the fields of Communication Design, Education, Communication Sciences and Disorders, and Education Psychology.  

What we do:   

Learning by Design conducts rigorous and robust research on all aspects of digital innovations to advance experiences in literacy and learning across the lifespan.  

Our Approach:   

Learning by Design utilizes a cross-sectional research framework that systematically integrates principles and methodologies from both design and education. This approach facilitates the development and study of learning environments by employing iterative design processes to explore and improve learning outcomes.  

Our mission:   

Generating knowledge. Creating innovations. Impacting learning.  

Our Partners:   

Learning By Design partners with practitioners, families, policy makers and stakeholders in school and community settings.  

Our Products:   

Learning By Design creates digital tools, educational curriculum, children’s books, and language and literacy assessments to improve the experience of learning for everyone. 

Funding:   

Learning By Design is funded by The University of Cincinnati, Research 2030 and other external organizations.