Enhancing
Educational Opportunities for All
Advancing
Knowledge about the Science of Learning
Partnering
with Educators to Accelerate Improvement
Preparing
the Next Generation of Learning Researchers
Contributing
to Pitt, Pittsburgh, and the Well-being of our Region
Connecting
at Home and Abroad
LRDC Mission
Understanding learning. Improving education.
The Learning Research and Development Center (LRDC) is dedicated to advancing knowledge about the science of learning and improving education practice and opportunities for all.
Research to Practice:
The LRDC Learning Sciences Video Series
Highlighting the importance of research for improving classroom environments, this exciting new video series aims to improve learning outcomes for all Pitt Students.
Addressing Complex Challenges in Teaching & Learning...
Our Research
Research Training
Education Improvement
Equity
Connections & Contributions
Alumni
Our Research Areas
News
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Unlocking the Benefits of Gender Diversity
Investigating the Acquisition of Literacy Skills in Adults
Events
May
13-14
NSF Workshop
Multiple times, ONLINE VIA ZOOM
This workshop presents talks, commentary, and discussion dedicated to large language models, language structure, and the cognitive and neural basis of language. Register here
May
14
Find and Get the Research Funding You Need
1:00 PM, ONLINE
As with all things Internet, there is plenty out there about grant funding but the trick is knowing the best sources to use and how to structure grant proposals. More information here.
May
15
Post Picnic Party on the Terrace
2:00 - 8:00 PM, University Club, Rooftop Terrace
Join the Rooftop Terrace after the Chancellor's Annual Picnic for cocktails & camaraderie. Open to all members of the University Community (UCLUB Membership NOT required for admittance). More details here.