Explore the Future of Learning

Welcome to the Emergent Learning Research Institute (ELRI), where we are dedicated to exploring the frontiers of learning and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.

The Create Studio is a space to explore new educational tools, build activities for your classroom or next professional development, share creations, and connect with educational technology experts….
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The Explore Studio is designed to provide an immersive and interactive learning experience through XR experiences. We offer a wide range of tools and resources to help users create and explore XR…
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The Connect Studio is equipped with Zoom Room software, providing the ultimate hybrid experience for your courses and/or meetings! You are able to better coordinate  visual collaboration while…[read more]

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Take a Tour

Welcome to the Emergent Learning Research Institute, ELRI, located in the College of Education & Human Sciences at Louisiana Tech University! Would you like a virtual tour of our space? In this video, we provide a glimpse of our space highlighting some of the ways we support both teachers and students in their educational journeys. ELRI is designed to provide a collaborative and innovative environment, where educators can exchange ideas, access cutting-edge technology, and explore professional development and research opportunities. Check out the tour for a peek at our three studios and 21st century classroom!

Science of Reading

Building Bright Futures for Louisiana Students: Explore our Science of Reading Grant

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Green Screen

Spark Creativity and Imagination with a Green Screen

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Poppin PD

Explore Active Learning with this Poppin’ PD

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Lunch and Learn

Visit us during this month’s Lunch and Learn

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CARMA

Learn more about research methods and statistics through our CARMA membership

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Learning Community

Join our Learning Community to Personalize Your Professional Learning

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Merge Cube

Ignites curiosity and foster critical thinking with the Merge Cube

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If we teach today's students as we taught yesterday, we rob them of tomorrow.
John Dewey
American Philosopher and Educator