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Travis N Thurston, PhD, is the founding director of the Center for Empowering Teaching Excellence at Utah State University. His work focuses on digital-age teaching innovation, instructional design, and autonomy-supportive learning environments. He teaches graduate courses in curriculum development, technology integration, and classroom management.
- PhD in Curriculum and Instruction - Instructional Leadership, Utah State University (2020)
- MET in Educational Technology & Online Teaching, Boise State University (2012)
- BA in History Teaching and Coaching, Utah State University (2009)
Dr. Thurston’s research centers on the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL), emphasizing gamification, generative AI, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and digital badges. His publications explore strategies to humanize online education, enhance student engagement, and document teaching excellence through emerging technologies.
His recent articles address the integration of AI in pedagogy, fostering creativity via #DigitalPowerups, flipped classroom models, and resilience in teaching during disruptions. While no formal awards are listed, his leadership in faculty development and open-access publishing demonstrates significant academic influence.
