Center For Learning Innovation and Research
Our Goal
The Center for Learning, Innovation, and Research is envisioned as a nexus of exploration and advancement, uniting both faculty and students in a symbiotic endeavor towards fostering knowledge and facilitating insightful research. Our center is devoted to cultivating a rich research culture, aiding individuals from all departments regardless of their research acumen. We aim to be the scaffolding that supports, nurtures, and elevates the investigative spirit, by providing necessary resources, guidance, and a collaborative environment. Through our efforts, we strive to propel the frontiers of understanding forward, paving the path for academic, professional, and societal growth.
Active Studies
Explore how faculty name tags might transform student-teacher relationships. Click to see if this simple change affects student engagement and perceptions of competence.
Explore Drs. Johnson and Golden's study on how trauma-informed teaching transforms classroom dynamics. Delving into Cultural Awareness, Empowerment, Relationships, and Safety, this research reveals valuable insights for all educators.
Join Dr. Wilder and Zachary Hall in exploring the transformative effects of Therapeutic Drumming Intervention Training. Click to uncover how TDIT impacts trainee skills and emotional well-being.
Discover Dr. Richards and Zachary Hall's innovative 5 Minute Peer Writing Activity and its impact on education. Click to compare student and instructor perspectives with traditional methods.
Join Professor Ordoñéz in exploring how interactive visual simulators can revolutionize learning. Click to see how this approach compares with traditional teaching methods in computer science education.
Explore the interplay of belongingness, grit, and mentoring satisfaction in retaining diverse nurse faculty with Drs. Richards and Hand. Click for insights on their groundbreaking study!
Discover how Dr. Andrew Richards' study on a professional transitions workshop can impact nursing students' stress levels, preparation, and socialization. Click to explore key findings and their implications!