Dr. Cabell Luther is an educator and learning strategist with nearly 20 years of experience across various educational settings. She holds a Bachelor of Science from James Madison University, as well as a Master of Education and a Doctor of Education in Curriculum and Instruction from The George Washington University. Currently, Cabell serves as a Senior Learning Strategist at 2U/edX, where she evaluates university and enterprise partner portfolios to ensure the quality and efficacy of learning design. She collaborates with internal teams to develop innovative educational solutions and leads strategic initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and drive product innovation.
Previously, Cabell was a Professional Lecturer of Curriculum and Pedagogy at The George Washington University, where she designed and taught a graduate-level course focused on diversity and development, preparing future educators to be culturally competent. She also led seminars on reflective pedagogy and contemporary educational trends.
Cabell’s research interests span the enhancement of student engagement and success through innovative educational technologies and methodologies. She has authored a research manuscript and presented her work at numerous academic conferences, including the American Educational Research Association (AERA) Meeting. Her presentations, such as "The Power of Social Connectedness: Strategies for Enhancing Student Persistence in Online Higher Education," underscore her commitment to leveraging educational innovation for student success. During her postdoctoral research at Virginia Commonwealth University, Cabell further explored educational motivation, self-regulation, and the impact of mobile learning technologies on student writing performance, solidifying her expertise at the intersection of technology and education.
In addition to her academic and professional pursuits, Cabell actively contributes to the academic community as a peer reviewer for the AERA Annual Meeting and an advisory and dissertation committee member for Purdue University. The George Washington University recognized her dedication to educational excellence through honors such as the Merit Scholarship and Graduate Assistantship.
Driven by a passion for fostering innovative learning environments, Cabell continues to make significant contributions to the field of education with her research-based insights and commitment to enhancing educational outcomes.
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she/her/hers
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Cab-ull Loo-ther
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Senior Learning Strategist
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Impacts of natural disasters on student experiences
Role of research and data in learning
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Parental efficiencies
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