The MIT Learning Engineering and Practice Group (LEAP Group), led by Dr. John Liu, applies design and systems principles to solving challenges in learning and develops learning experiences to better meet the increasing demand for STEM skills in tomorrow’s workforce. Our research-to-practice approach includes the focus areas of mixed reality, simulations and haptics, educational technology, MOOC and blended learning, and curriculum development to enhance and scale engineering education and training. We are a group in MIT’s Mechanical Engineering Department.

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Jun 19, 2025

Welcome to our SU2025 UROPs: Dianne Cao, Kayana Coradin, Caroline Flinn, Megan Huang, Christy Ly, Romina Cano Velasquez, Claire Xue, Izzy Zhou! They will be supporting projects ranging from manufacturing education, workforce development, intelligent tutoring systems,...

May 7, 2025

Congratulations Dr. Rolando Bautista-Montesano who won fourth place at the 2025 MIT Research Slam! He presented a 3-min research pitch on: "Intelligent work augmentation system for manufacturing." This system will enable adaptable training, performance assessment and...

Apr 28, 2025

Dr. John Liu and Prof. John Hart have been awarded a grant through the MIT Generative AI Impact Consortium: “AI Coach for Skilled Career Navigation."

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We’re always looking to connect with researchers, instructors, and students who care deeply about learning and are passionate about technology. We have a wide range of projects in STEM workforce, learning technologies, and digital learning / MOOCs. Please reach out!