OSU Learning Technologies Program

Please join me in congratulating Mr. Marco Finocchi in completing his MLT Capstone, "TeachingRx Resource Hub." His development of this instructor training resource for use in the College of Pharmacy is designed to help new instructors hit the ground running with providing excellent learning experience to Pharmacology students.

It has been a true pleasure working with Marco over the years. An experienced instructional designer, his professionalism, warm personality, and commitment to excellence are just a few of the attributes that I'll miss! Congratulations, Marco! -Dr. Tray

Please join me in congratulating Miah and Sophia Dettorre (yes, they are sisters!) on finishing their MLT Capstone Project, "Aisle Planner Essentials." They teamed up and used Articulate 360 software to build a workplace eLearning module for a wedding planning organization. It turned out beautifully!

As their advisor, working with two sisters completing their MLT together was truly a treat! They are hardworking and delightful and I will miss our evening chats! Congratulations, Miah and Sophia and please stay in touch! - Dr. Tray

Please join me in congratulating Mr. Cody Leist on the completion of his MLT Capstone project, "Examination & Reflection: Using EBITE's Cycle of Improvement to Enhance Learning."

Mr. Leist used his knowledge of effective eLearning development and Articulate 360 to transform static, print-ready Resource Guides into two interactive, self-paced eLearning modules. He challenged himself by using both Storyline and Rise in his development work.

It has been truly a pleasure working with Cody over the years. His dedication, professionalism, and work ethic made him shine. Best of luck to you, Cody! Stay in touch! - Dr. Tray

Please join me in congratulating Dustin Leasure on the completion of his MLT Capstone project! Mr. Leasure applied his deep knowledge of AI and workplace learning to design an AI agent that can support employees with "just-in-time" learning needs. He overcame some pretty significant challenges to complete this project, too!

Having Dustin in my classes and as one of my advisees over the past couple of years has helped me to not only move past my skepticism about AI, but also pushed me toward becoming a power user. I'll be designing my first AI agent very soon due to Dustin's encouragement! Thank you, Dustin, for being a mutual growth partner! -Dr. Tray

Please join me in congratulating Isaiah Noftz on the completion of his MLT Capstone project! Mr. Noftz worked his project management magic to help his client with a successful, multi-space installment of cutting edge audio-visual and communications technology.

I have truly enjoyed working with Isaiah over the years. I'm hoping to visit his worksite this summer to get a glimpse of the truly amazing and innovative spaces he helped to create. Congratulations to you and I look forward to finally meeting you in person, Isaiah!! :) -Dr. Tray

I would like to congratulate Brian Sealey for completing his MLT practicum where he created a prototype TOEIC (Test of English for International Communication) course for the TraVerse English Language Training Program at OSU. TraVerse, part of the IELP (Intercultural English Language Training Program), provides English language and cultural training to Japanese professionals in the automotive industry who live in the US. The course is engaging with video and multimedia instruction and well structured content and quizzes. The course embodies Brian's longtime experience in test prep coaching. Congratulations, Brian!

I would like to congratulate Trischa Bell for completing her MLT practicum project "Inclusive by Design: Faculty Digital Accessibility Standards" an 11‑week course she developed in partnership with Ohio State University’s Agricultural Technical Institute (ATI). Through a structured train‑the‑trainer approach, this course equips faculty with the knowledge, skills, and resources to identify, remediate, and design fully accessible digital instructional materials and courses. Well done, Trischa!

Please join me in congratulating Kacie Bauer on completing her Practicum project for the Master's of Learning Technology program. Ms. Bauer applied what she learned in the MLT program to adapt static materials into an interactive learning experience for users. Her training will be used to help real employees do their jobs more effectively.

It has been a pleasure working with her through her program and her advisor, Dr. Tray Stuckey, is so proud! We will miss you, Kacie! Go forth and continue to do great things! Congratulations!!!

🎉Congratulations to Mimi Adjei on successfully defending her dissertation!

Mimi’s dissertation, “Co-designing an Asynchronous Online Learning Space with Students and Instructors Using the Community of Inquiry Framework,” explores how graduate students and instructors experience asynchronous online learning and what they envision for a better-designed learning space. Her findings highlight the importance of social presence, peer connection, community building, and emotional safety, while offering valuable insights for online teaching, instructional design, higher education leadership, and learning management system development.

Special thanks to the faculty who supported Mimi throughout her doctoral journey: Dr. Ana-Paula Correia (advisor), Dr. Tracey Stuckey (committee member), Dr. Rick Voithofer (committee member), and Dr. Liz Sanders (committee member).

Congratulations again, Dr. Adjei, on this outstanding achievement. Wishing her continued success as a scholar and researcher. 🎉

🥳 Congratulations to Jiarui Xie on successfully defending her dissertation!

Jiarui’s dissertation, titled "College Students’ Readiness and Perceptions of Using AI to Support Self-Regulated Learning in Asynchronous Online Discussions," makes an important contribution to the field. The findings provide a strong foundation for the development of AI tools that support students’ self-regulated learning in asynchronous online discussions and offer practical insights for designing AI-enhanced discussion systems that improve the online learning experience.

Special thanks to the faculty who supported Jiarui throughout her doctoral journey: Dr. Ana-Paula Correia (advisor), Dr. Rick Voithofer (committee member), and Dr. Detra Price (committee member).

Congratulations again on this outstanding achievement. Wishing Dr. Xie continued success as she moves forward in her journey as a scholar and researcher.