Educational Research
Empowering Innovation. Advancing Learning. Supporting Success.
At the Center for Innovation in Teaching & Learning (CITL), we believe that educational research is a powerful tool for shaping the future of higher education. Through a collaborative network of instructional designers, data analysts, instructional technology and innovation experts, media specialists, and educational researchers, we offer comprehensive support to instructors and scholars who seek to explore, evaluate, and elevate teaching and learning at Illinois.
What We Offer
Whether you're launching a new project or enhancing an existing one, CITL is here to help—funded or unfunded, big or small.
Educational Research Design
- Guidance on framing research questions
- Support for IRB processes
- Qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-methods design expertise
Course & Program Assessment
- Learning outcome assessment
- Curriculum mapping
- Exploration of instructional strategies
- Course and program evaluation
Student Experience & Belonging
- Support for the development of tools to assess learning experiences
- Ready-to-use tools to assess student engagement, inclusion, and success
- Assistance with data collection and analysis of course and student learning
Instructional Technology Development & Evaluation
- Collaboration on the development of new and emerging instructional technologies
- Evaluation of the impact of various instructional technologies on learning and engagement
- Exploration of GenAI for teaching and learning
Data-Informed Decision Making
- Support for the use of qualitative and quantitative methods
- Assistance with data visualization to identify trends and insights
- Support for the analysis and identification of research-informed applications
Who We Support
- Educators seeking to improve their teaching or pursue professional advancement
- Departments and programs aiming to assess and enhance student experience
- Campus initiatives focused on student success in higher education
We support current projects and help build new ones to support faculty across disciplines to advance teaching and learning at Illinois.
Why Work With CITL?
Because we’re not just about data—we’re about vision. We help you turn your ideas and questions into transformative strategies to support our students. Our team is ready to walk alongside you, offering their expertise, creativity, and a shared commitment to student success.
Whether you're curious about starting a research project, need help analyzing data, or want to explore new ways to enhance learning, CITL is your partner in educational innovation.