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A Practical Framework for Learning Sciences
30 minutes · Applying Learning Sciences in Practice
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Dr. Ijeoma Okafor
Learning Sciences & Curriculum Design Specialist
Learning design, curriculum innovation, learner engagement and evidence-based teaching
QualificationsPhD (Learning Sciences); MSc (Instructional Design); BEd
OrganisationNine Learning Design Institute
Why this Speaker matters
Led a high-impact demonstration programme in Learning Sciences. Designed scalable learning experiences used across multiple learner groups. Recognised for translating specialist knowledge into practical learner outcomes.
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A Practical Framework for Learning Sciences
30 minutes · Applying Learning Sciences in Practice
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Why Learning Sciences Matters
30 minutes · Foundations of Learning Sciences
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Why Learning Sciences Matters
30 minutes · Foundations of Learning Sciences
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Case Walkthrough: Learning Sciences in Action
35 minutes · Applying Learning Sciences in Practice
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Case Walkthrough: Learning Sciences in Action
35 minutes · Applying Learning Sciences in Practice
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Core Principles of Learning Sciences
35 minutes · Foundations of Learning Sciences
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Core Principles of Learning Sciences
35 minutes · Foundations of Learning Sciences
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Your Next Action in Learning Sciences
40 minutes · Applying Learning Sciences in Practice
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Your Next Action in Learning Sciences
40 minutes · Applying Learning Sciences in Practice
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Common Mistakes and Better Choices
40 minutes · Foundations of Learning Sciences
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Common Mistakes and Better Choices
40 minutes · Foundations of Learning Sciences
A focused Speaker-led Lesson. Lessons are the lecture units learners discover first and can use as entry points…02Modules
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Foundations of Learning Sciences
Approximately 90–120 minutes · 3 lessons
Module 1 of the demo Course. This Module has its own purpose, outcomes, context and Lesson list and…▶Module
Foundations of Learning Sciences
Approximately 90–120 minutes · 3 lessons
Module 1 of the demo Course. This Module has its own purpose, outcomes, context and Lesson list and…▶Module
Applying Learning Sciences in Practice
Approximately 90–120 minutes · 6 lessons
Module 2 of the demo Course. This Module has its own purpose, outcomes, context and Lesson list and…▶Module
Applying Learning Sciences in Practice
Approximately 90–120 minutes · 0 lessons
Module 2 of the demo Course. This Module has its own purpose, outcomes, context and Lesson list and…03Courses
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Courses
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Applied Course: Learning Sciences from Foundations to Practice
Approx. 6–8 learning hours across 2 Modules · 3 modules
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Applied Course: Learning Sciences from Foundations to Practice
Approx. 6–8 learning hours across 2 Modules · 1 module
A complete demonstration Course for Dr. Ijeoma Okafor. The Course contains Modules only; learners enter Lessons through each…04Credentials & Achievements
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Credentials & Achievements
WHY LEARN FROM THIS SPEAKER?
PhD (Learning Sciences); MSc (Instructional Design); BEdProfessional authority
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Qualifications & credentials
- PhD (Learning Sciences)
- MSc (Instructional Design)
- BEd
Certifications
- Advanced Facilitator Certification
- Digital Teaching Practice Certificate
- Professional Ethics & Safeguarding Certificate
Professional / teaching experience
- 15+ years combined professional, teaching and facilitation experience.
- Delivered executive, academic and public learning sessions.
- Supervised applied learner projects and professional development cohorts.
Major achievements
- Led a high-impact demonstration programme in Learning Sciences.
- Designed scalable learning experiences used across multiple learner groups.
- Recognised for translating specialist knowledge into practical learner outcomes.
Awards & honours
- Nine Learning Excellence Demonstration Award 2026
- Professional Practice Recognition 2025
Leadership & high-trust roles
- Programme Lead, Curriculum & Learning Experience
- Member, Learning Quality Council
- Mentor, Emerging Speakers Programme
Notable work & impact
- Built a reusable learning framework for Learning Sciences.
- Developed practical teaching resources for blended delivery.
- Contributed to cross-disciplinary speaker-led learning programmes.
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Schedule
Speaking daysDay 2
Next sessionDemo Session 3 · Day 2 · 10:00 WAT
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Expertise
- Learning Sciences
- Curriculum Design
- Speaker-led learning
- Applied professional education
Subjects / topics taught
- Learning Sciences
- Curriculum Design
- Professional practice
- Applied case analysis
Learning outcomes
- Explain the core concepts in Learning Sciences.
- Apply the ideas to a realistic professional or academic problem.
- Evaluate competing approaches using evidence.
- Create an actionable next-step plan after the session.
Ideal learner / audience
- University learners
- Professionals and practitioners
- Managers, founders and institutional teams
- Learners seeking practical specialist guidance
Teaching style
- Evidence-led explanation
- Short demonstrations and worked examples
- Question-led interaction
- Practical exercises with clear takeaways
Languages
- English
- Plain-language explanations for mixed-experience audiences