Welcome to the Discovery Learning Center
| The Discovery Learning Center (DLC) is one of 10 interdisciplinary research centers
in Purdue University's new Discovery Park. The mission of the DLC is to advance
research that revolutionizes learning in the STEM disciplines (science, technology,
engineering, and math). Through externally funded research projects, innovative programs,
and collaborative partnerships, the DLC is committed to redesigning educational practices
and creating innovative learning environments that have immediate impacts and nurture
lifelong learning for students and citizens of a global community.
Preparing students, teachers, and lifelong learners for success
in the high-tech knowledge economy is a primary objective of the
Center. Since its inception in March of 2003, the DLC has focused
on creating, developing, and nurturing interdisciplinary research
that contributes to:
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- the science of learning,
- the design of innovative educational programs,
- the development of interactive learning technologies.
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International Science & Engineering Visualization
Challenge 2008
Interactive Multimedia: First Place
GENOMICS DIGITAL LAB: PLANT CELLS
"Plants are boring." which biology teacher hasn't heard that complaint?
Jeremy Friedberg and his colleagues at Spongelab Interactive in Toronto,
Canada, along with Tommy Sors, a student at
Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana, set
out to give teachers an effective response with a
computer program and educational game
dedicated to plant biology.
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Memo to faculty and staff: Appointment
in Discovery Park
I am very pleased to announce that Dr. Gabriela Weaver
has agreed to serve as Interim Director of the Discovery
Learning Center in Discovery Park as of September 1, 2008.
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