LEDstudio Blog

This is the first in a 5-part series exploring how insights from brain science can revolutionize teaching and learning in higher education. The Century-Old Classroom vs. The Modern Brain Picture two university classrooms. In the first, a professor stands at the front, delivering a meticulously prepared 90-minute lecture. Students dutifully transcribe notes, occasionally glancing at […]

Are you ready to discover new ways to inspire your students, elevate your teaching, and embrace cutting-edge educational technology? The Adobe Education Institute (AEI) is back, and this year’s virtual conference promises to be your ultimate resource for creative teaching strategies. From June 9 – 12, 2025, join fellow educators from around the globe at […]

Writing can be scary, especially when others are going to read it. As a former writing tutor and consultant, I’ve experienced people feeling generally insecure about their writing abilities. But I guarantee your writing is not bad, or even close. It’s like hearing your recorded voice played back to you: You hate it, but no […]

LEDStudio Media Specialist, Melanie Felix and Graphic Designer, Erin Christoph help us dive into engaging content with infographics. Educators can create interesting and appealing infographics that facilitate learning with Adobe software. Infographics are an engaging way to communicate complex or dense information to students or general audiences. They can be used for a multitude of […]

Looking to enhance your digital teaching toolkit this spring? VCU and Adobe are offering a range of professional development opportunities designed to help you integrate creative tools into your teaching and research. Whether you’re looking for quick tech tips, student-centered applications, or hands-on training, there’s something for you. Upcoming Workshops & Webinars Save the Date: […]

In his recent State of the University address, Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) President Michael Rao, Ph.D., highlighted the rapid pace of technological innovation and VCU’s vital role in preparing students for a world shaped by emerging tools—particularly artificial intelligence (AI). While Rao’s speech covered many university-wide initiatives, one standout moment was the spotlight on Elaine […]

At this year’s OLC Accelerate 2024 Conference “30 Years of Magic: Envisioning a New Era of Digital Learning,” three instructional designers from the LEDstudio team—Cairo Jones, Rebecca Stooks, and Sydney Wilk—gave a presentation titled “Creating Harmony in the Classroom Using Harmonize and DesignPlus.” They offered attendees a glimpse into how LEDstudio leverages innovative tools to […]

In this blog post, we consider the scenario in which you are interested in learning how to easily create more visually appealing presentations or more engaging video content for your next course. Or, consider another scenario in which, as part of the learning goals for your course, you want your students to be able to: […]

Reading is fundamental to the learning process. Yet, there is increasing concern that students are not engaging with assigned readings (McMurtrie, B. 2024; Stripling, J. 2024). When students don’t engage with assigned readings, they miss critical information, their classroom participation is limited, and their academic performance and peer learning suffer. Some barriers to reading are: […]

As educators, we strive to create meaningful assessments that measure students’ real-world understanding and application of course concepts. This is where authentic assessment becomes invaluable, especially in preparing students for the practical challenges they’ll face in their careers. In this post, I’ll delve into what authentic assessment entails, its benefits for higher education, and how […]