Learning Experience Design

Course Development

Learn about our strategic approach to designing and supporting the NLU experience.

• Course Development Overview
• Project Types, Timeline, and Compensation
• Design Standards & Credit Hour Compliance
• The Course Map & Templates
• Learning Activities & Materials
• Our AI Philosophy
• Explore our Custom AIs

NLU AI Navigator

The NLU AI Navigator provides guidance on on AI tools, resources, and guidelines at NLU. Launch the tool and ask a question to get started. A Google Gemini account is required. AI can make mistakes. 

• Launch AI Navigator

Resources for Students

Links to information and support resources for students.

• D2L Guides
• NLU Helpdesk
• Live Technology Support
• Panopto Support Website
• GoReact Support Resources
• Accessibility Guide
• Privacy Guide
• Netiquette Guide
• Course Modality Descriptions
• Common Activity Types
• Basic Computer Skill Training

Resources for Faculty

Resources curated to support NLU faculty with course development and implementation. 

• LXD Team Services
• Pre-Term Copy Process/Dates
• D2L Training Boot Camps
• Have a Question or Comment? Email us!

Forms

• Course Copy Request Form
• Course Maintenance Request Form
• Credit Hour Compliance Form
• D2L Shell Request Form
• D2L Access Request Form

Support Guides

• Faculty D2L Tutorials
• D2L Tutorials Youtube Playlist
• Panopto Support Website
• GoReact Support Resources
• Simple Syllabus Guides

Useful Links

Access university resources tailored to assist you with course design and implementation.

• Course Catalog
• Course Schedule
• D2L Login
• D2L System Check
• Employee Directory (requires VPN) 
• Help Desk
• Library
• Password Reset
• Online Bookstore

Our Team

The Learning Experience Design (LXD) team at National Louis University collaborates with faculty to develop inclusive and innovative learning experiences. We strive to inspire and empower learners for meaningful lives and successful careers. Meet our team! 

Lord Giddie (he/him)
Director of Learning Experience Design
(312) 261-3980
lgiddie@nl.edu

Suzanna Schoenleber (she/her)
Sr. Learning Experience Designer
(847) 947-5515
Suzanna.Schoenleber@nl.edu

Anthony Boen (he/him)
Sr. Learning Experience Designer
(847) 947-5970
aboen@nl.edu

Ram Vokkarane (he/him)
Learning Experience Designer
(847) 947-5691
rvokkarane@nl.edu

Ola Kapustka (she/they)
Learning Experience Designer
(312) 261-3159
akapustka@nl.edu

Tessa Allen de Oliveira (she/her)
Bilingual Associate Learning Experience Designer
(312) 261-3532
tallendeoliveira@nl.edu

Kristina Wendricks (she/her)
Learning Experience Designer
(312) 261-3158
kwendricks@nl.edu