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Center for Flexible Learning through Innovations in Technology & Education (FLITE)

Our Mission

The mission of FLITE is to identify, create, and integrate innovative technologies in education, including teacher education and educational settings, to impact practices that impact learning and performance outcomes. The center ensures synergistic collaboration across disciplines within and outside of education to include university, industry, district, and school-based partnerships. The center will focus on innovative technological practices to support students, teachers, and faculty members be more efficient and effective in ensuring positive outcomes. 

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What We Do

Explore what we do and how we achieve our goals.
What We Do
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Who We Serve

Learn more about the population served by FLITE.
Who We Serve
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Projects

Discover the work done by FLITE.
Projects
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AI and Education

Learn how FLITE embraces AI by challenging the status quo.
AI and Education
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Our Process

At FLITE, we embrace challenges by doing what no one else has tried yet. We take risks with the goal of innovating and transforming the educational landscape. We are also supportive of sharing equipment, ideas, grant submissions, and any other ideas aligned with our mission and vision.

AI Advocates Podcast

In this podcast, we explore how educators can use artificial intelligence to save time, support students, and create more equitable classrooms—with tips, tools, and a few laughs from Dr. Lisa Dieker and Dr. Maggie Mosher.
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Practical Access Podcast

In this podcast, we take a fun and informal look at "practical" solutions from teachers, parents, and people with disabilities.
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