The EdUp Curriculum Podcast, hosted by Nicole Poff, is a proud member of the EdUp Experience® podcast family, America’s leading education podcast network. Focused on curriculum design and development, this podcast offers a platform for educators, instructional designers, and academic leaders to explore innovative strategies that adapt to the evolving educational landscape. Join Nicole as she engages with industry experts to discuss challenges and opportunities in creating impactful curricula.
S3 E42. Measuring What Matters: Institutional Effectiveness and the Powers Index
In this episode of EdUp Curriculum, host Dr. Nicole Poff (https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolepoff/) interviews Dr. Kristina Powers (https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinapowers/), an expert in institutional effectiveness. They discuss Christina's journey into the field, the development of the Powers Index, and its implications for higher education institutions. The conversation explores the importance of data alignment, curriculum's role in student learning, and the challenges institutions face in making informed decisions. Kristina emphasizes the need for a culture of data-driven decision-making and the transformative potential of the Powers Index in helping institutions navigate their challenges effectively.
28 Apr 2026
S3 E41. Designing for Learning: Campus Space Done Right
In this conversation, Dr. Nicole Poff (https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolepoff/)and Dr. Chris Morett (https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-morett/) discuss the complexities of campus planning and space utilization in higher education. They explore the challenges of scheduling, the importance of classroom design, and how institutional priorities can be revealed through space utilization. Chris emphasizes the need for ongoing advocacy for better classroom spaces, the role of faculty in creating positive learning environments, and strategies for provosts to improve space utilization and foster a culture of innovation. The discussion highlights the impact of physical spaces on student experiences and offers practical steps for improving classroom environments within higher education.
7 Apr 2026
S3 E40. Higher Ed Instructional Design: Challenges and Innovation
In this episode of EdUp Curriculum, host Nicole Poff (https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolepoff/) speaks with Holly Owens (https://www.linkedin.com/in/hollyowens/), an instructional designer with experience across higher ed, government, and corporations like Amazon and Mars. They discuss the stark differences between corporate and academic instructional design, why accessibility should be a top priority, and how the field has evolved since the pandemic. Holly shares insights on the many roles IDs juggle—from tech support to pedagogy expert to project manager—and why higher ed needs to move beyond slow innovation. They explore AI policy challenges, faculty who weren't trained to teach, and why today's students are less tolerant of outdated learning experiences. The conversation makes a compelling case for treating online courses as communities, not content dumps, and putting student experience at the center of educational design.
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