Learning Technologies & Innovation
Learning Technologies & Innovation
Welcome to Learning Technologies & Innovation! We’re dedicated to keeping Loyola at the forefront of technology for teaching and learning. Whether you need help with a specific tool, course innovation, survey design, or simply want to explore new ideas—our team of experienced professionals is here to help. Visit our Meet With Us page to browse areas of expertise and book an appointment that fits your schedule. For technical issues or quick service requests, contact the ITS Service Desk at 773-508-4487 or ITSServiceDesk@luc.edu.
Featured Webinar
Start of School Webinar Series
The Start of School Webinar Series gives you a fast, practical way to explore learning technologies that support teaching, collaboration, and productivity. Through these interactive sessions, you will discover tools such as Zoom鈥檚 AI Companion for smarter meetings and recordings, Elai for creating professional AI-powered instructional videos in minutes, and VoiceThread for building social presence and engagement in courses. The series also includes a beginner Microsoft Copilot webinar focused on how generative AI can help streamline everyday academic and administrative work. With live moderators, real-world examples, and actionable takeaways, these sessions are designed to help you begin the academic year feeling confident, connected, and ready to innovate.
Featured Event
2026 Information & Technology Showcase
Join us this fall for Loyola's 2026 Information & Technology Showcase, hosted on our scenic Lake Shore Campus in the centrally located Damen Student Center. This featured event highlights the technology and library resources already available to you. Attend keynote and breakout sessions, explore resource tables, and connect with colleagues. Open to all students, faculty, and staff鈥攄on't miss this engaging and informative experience!
The Learning Curve Blog
The future is Bright(space): Panopto & VoiceThread in Our New LMS
Explore how your attitudes toward technological change can shape your experience with Loyola鈥檚 transition from Sakai to Brightspace. While change can bring uncertainty, Brightspace offers significant benefits, including stronger integration with Panopto and VoiceThread. You'll have easier access to multimedia tools, streamlined content management, automated gradebook synchronization, and an improved learning experience for your students. The article highlights the key enhancements, outlines practical steps you can take to prepare for the transition, and explains why Brightspace is an opportunity to strengthen your teaching.
New LMS
Get Ready for Brightspace!
Stay up to date on Loyola's transition from Sakai to D2L Brightspace. This page will serve as a central hub for the latest information, including key transition dates, training opportunities, frequently asked questions, and additional resources. Content is tailored for faculty, staff, and students to help ensure a smooth and informed migration to the new learning management system.
Consultations
Schedule an Appointment
Learning Technologies & Innovation offers faculty consultations for Loyola鈥檚 teaching and research technologies, as well as assessment design and course-related innovation for Health Sciences programs. Hours are subject to change based on staff availability.
Health Sciences Innovation
Request a Health Sciences Project
Health Sciences Innovation reflects the diverse scope of instructional design, creative content development, and academic research fueled by technology-based learning. As a member of the Stritch School of Medicine, Marcella Niehoff School of Nursing, and the Parkinson School of Health Sciences and Public Health, you are invited to request and discuss collaborative projects and services within these areas.
Academic Research Technologies
Request a Qualtrics Survey Project
Qualtrics support is available to assist with the design, distribution, and analysis of surveys supporting academic research, administrative assessment, and learning initiatives. As a member of the university community鈥攚hether faculty, staff, or student鈥攜ou are invited to request assistance and explore collaborative support for your project.