About the Center


The Flexible Learning and Innovation in Technology and Education (FLITE) Center at the University of Kansas serves as a dynamic hub for cutting-edge educational technologies. Under the visionary leadership of Dr. Lisa Dieker, the Center Director, FLITE embodies a collaborative spirit that extends beyond university boundaries. It invites educators from across Kansas, the nation, and the globe to explore and integrate transformative tech tools.

The FLITE Center’s mission is twofold:

Revolutionizing Teaching Methodologies

FLITE aims to revolutionize teaching methodologies by harnessing innovative and potentially disruptive technologies. By staying at the forefront of educational advancements, FLITE empowers educators to create engaging, effective, and personalized learning experiences for students.

Enhancing Student Learning Outcomes

Through its initiatives, FLITE seeks to enhance student learning outcomes. By leveraging cutting-edge tools, educators can adapt their teaching practices to meet the diverse needs of learners, fostering deeper understanding and critical thinking.

Lisa Dieker
  • Director of Flexible Learning through Technology Innovations in Education
  • Williamson Family Distinguished Professor in Special Education

The Achievement & Assessment Institute

FLITE is a center within the Achievement and Assessment Institute (AAI) at the University of Kansas. AAI and its centers partner with numerous agencies to improve the lives of children and adults through academics, employment, career advancement, and building healthy environments, as well as to enhance the capacity of organizations that help children, adults, and communities succeed.