The MIT Learning Engineering and Practice Group (LEAP Group), led by Dr. John Liu, applies design and systems principles to solving challenges in learning and develops learning experiences to better meet the increasing demand for STEM skills in tomorrow’s workforce. Our research-to-practice approach includes the focus areas of mixed reality, simulations and haptics, educational technology, MOOC and blended learning, and curriculum development to enhance and scale engineering education and training. We are a group in MIT’s Mechanical Engineering Department.

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Jan 21, 2025

Welcome Dr. Cigdem Uz-Bilgin! Cigdem is currently an associate professor Computer And Instructional Technologies Education at Turkey's Yildiz Technical University. She joins the group as visiting scholar. She will be collaborating with us to develop intelligent...

Jan 13, 2025

Welcome Dr. Yeo "Stella" Jung Yoon! Stella has an exciting background in robotics + AI + manufacturing. She finished her PhD at USC in MechE. She joins the group as a postdoc. She will be contributing to projects on manufacturing workforce, robotics, and human-machine...

Jan 7, 2025

Welcome Dr. Licia Mastronardi! Licia has strong experience in engineering curriculum, education evaluation, and grant-writing (yay). Having finished her PhD and postdoc at UT Austin in engineering education, she finished a stint as a grantwriter at Middlesex CC. She...

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We’re always looking to connect with researchers, instructors, and students who care deeply about learning and are passionate about technology. We have a wide range of projects in STEM workforce, learning technologies, and digital learning / MOOCs. Please reach out!