Learning Experience Design

Course Development

Learn about our strategic approach to designing and supporting the NLU experience. 

• Quality Assurance Standards
• Course Development Deliverables
• Creating Activities and Rubrics
• Credit Hour Compliance
• Development Timeline
• Project Types and Scopes
• Selecting Learning Materials
• Shared Stewardship Model
• Course Development Stakeholders
• Subject Matter Expert Compensation
• The Course Map
• Universal Design Considerations
• Writing Learning Outcomes

Resources for Students

Links to information and support resources for students.

• D2L Orientation Video
• D2L Support Website
• D2L Tutorials Youtube Playlist
• NLU Helpdesk
• Live Technology Support
• Panopto Support Website
• Accessibility Guide
• Netiquette Guide
• Privacy Guide
• Course Modalities
• Common Activity Types
• Basic Computer Skills

Useful Links

Access university resources tailored to assist you with course design and implementation.

• Course Catalog
• Course Schedule
• Credit Hour Compliance
• D2L Login
• D2L System Check
• Employee Directory (requires VPN) 
• Help Desk
• Library
• Password Reset
• Online Bookstore

Resources for Faculty

Resources curated to support NLU faculty with course development and implementation. 

• LXD Team Services
• D2L Support Website
• D2L Tutorials Youtube Playlist
• D2L Shell Request Form
• Panopto Support Website
• Live Technology Support
• Course Copy Request Form
• Course Maintenance Request Form
• Credit Hour Compliance Form
• Overview of Design Thinking
• Quality Matters 7th Edition Standards

Artificial Intelligence & LXD

See how we use AI to design courses.

• Our Philosophy
• Explore our AI Tools

Learn how to leverage AI to design great courses! 

• Learning Outcomes
• Course Mapping
• Module Overviews
• Learning Activities
• Assignments
• Discussions

Frequently Asked Questions

Looking for answers? You'll find answers to the most common questions about our services here. We're here to help!

• Visit our FAQ page!

Resources for Admins

To request access to any of these resources, please get in touch with us at learning@nl.edu.

• [FY 2023-24] Course Development Tracker
• Maintenance & Improvement Tracker
• Course Copy Request Tracker
• Course Copy Request Form
• Course Improvement Request Form
• Course Maintenance Request Form

Our Team

The Learning Experience Design (LXD) team at National Louis University collaborates with faculty to develop inclusive and innovative learning experiences. We strive to inspire and empower learners for meaningful lives and successful careers. Meet our team! 

Lord Giddie (he/him)
Director of Learning Experience Design
(312) 261-3980
lgiddie@nl.edu

Suzanna Schoenleber (she/her)
Sr. Learning Experience Designer
(847) 947-5515
Suzanna.Schoenleber@nl.edu

Anthony Boen (he/him)
Learning Experience Designer
(847) 947-5970
aboen@nl.edu

Ram Vokkarane (he/him)
Learning Experience Designer
(847) 947-5691
rvokkarane@nl.edu

Emilie Austin (she/her)
Learning Experience Designer
(847) 947-5706
eaustin3@nl.edu

Ola Kapustka (she/they)
Learning Experience Designer
(312) 261-3159
akapustka@nl.edu

Kara Sanfillippo (she/her)
Learning Experience Designer
(312) 261-3866
ksanfillippo@nl.edu

Resources We Like

Discover some of the free online design tools and resources we like.

• Learner Variability Navigator - Ideas for learning activities aligned with your goals.
• Universal Design for Learning - Guidelines for ensuring your content is accessible to all learners.
• Pixabay - A great source for royalty-free images, videos, and audio.
• Horizon Reports - A yearly publication that will help you stay up-to-date on emerging trends and technologies in education.