Welcome to the Discovery Learning Research Center

The Discovery Learning Research Center (DLRC) is one of 10 interdisciplinary research centers in Purdue University's new Discovery Park. The mission of the DLRC 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 DLRC 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 DLRC has focused on creating, developing, and nurturing interdisciplinary research that contributes to:

• the science of learning,
• the design of innovative educational programs,
• the development of interactive learning technologies.