Megan Kohler, Assistant Teaching Professor and Learning Designer at The Pennsylvania State University, specializes in crafting online, technology-enhanced, and blended learning experiences. Recognized for her quality design work, Megan is a recipient of the Marion G. Mitchell Award for Innovative Teaching. Her research, supported by a Schreyer Institute Scholarship, focuses on supporting neurodivergent learners in higher education. As a Teach Access Fellow, Megan advocates for inclusive and accessible learning experiences. Her work, including research on neurodiversity and a co-edited book “The Multidisciplinary Instructional Designer,” has been featured in numerous podcasts and conferences.
Megan is a seasoned leader in education, having served in numerous roles with the Online Learning Consortium’s Accelerate Conference, including Overall Conference Co-chair, Program Co-Chair, and Chair of Presenter Services. Recently, she contributed to EDUCAUSE’s Courseware Advisory Board, funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. As a former Director of Networking for the eDesign Collaborative at UPCEA, Megan spearheaded initiatives to enhance collaboration and communication within the learning design community. Her dedication to advancing knowledge and innovation is further evident through her prior role on the editorial review board for IGI Global.