CARADITE is Duke’s think-tank and living laboratory for innovative research and design about transformative education. We explore critical questions across lifetime learning journeys, design human(e)-centered and equity-directed solutions for next generation learning and development, and serve as a hub to connect and grow a Duke community engaged in research and public discourse about transformative education.

CARADITE was founded with generous support from the Social Science Research Institute, the Office of the Vice Provost for the Libraries, and the Office of the Vice Provost for Interdisciplinary Studies.

CARADITE envisions broadly accessible, transformative education that enables all learners to design self-determined and flourishing lives.

Advancing knowledge of new pedagogies and learning practices through an annual summit and facilitating public programs.

Catalyzing transformative education research through grant programs, co-designing equity-oriented teaching and learning, and supporting Duke faculty with research.

Fostering collaboration with Duke faculty, campus departments and initiatives, as well as with cross-sector partners including K-12 educators, industry leaders, and government organizations.

Call for Proposals: Emerging Pedagogies Seed Grants Second Cohort

Funding and support is available to Duke faculty who wish to join CARADITE in exploring transformative approaches to pedagogy.

“The work of this new Center is truly central to the transformative teaching practices and educational offerings that I have dedicated my life to. This collaboration with SSRI, the Libraries, and Interdisciplinary Studies will open up so many new possibilities at Duke for research and support – and it is our commitment to be true collaborators, innovators, and change agents alongside Duke’s instructors.” - Yakut Gazi, Vice Provost for Learning Innovation and Digital Education

The practices we are advancing in our work to transform education:

The CARADITE team welcomes you to email them at caradite@duke.edu with your questions and ideas for collaboration.

Visit lile.duke.edu/caradite to learn more