Guieswende RouambaDr. Guieswende Rouamba is an educator, researcher, and thought leader in instructional design and educational innovation. With a Ph.D. in Instructional Design and Technology, he brings over a decade of experience building impactful learning experiencs through evidence-based design, emerging technologies, and faculty development.He currently serves as a Learning Designer at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, where he partners with faculty to create engaging online courses for the Gies College of Business.Dr. Rouamba is also an active researcher and author, having published and presented widely on topics such as learning analytics, predictive models for student success, and scalable design practices. His book, The Instructional Designer's Guide to Project Management, reflects his commitment to blending strategy, creativity, and collaboration in advancing higher education.Beyond research and design, Dr. Rouamba is deeply invested in mentoring the next generation of educators. He has guided more than 270 graduate students in learning how to teach online and continues to mentor junior instructional designers as they grow in their careers.A lifelong learner and mentor, he is passionate about creating inclusive learning environments, supporting faculty innovation, and equipping instructional designers with the project management tools and practices needed to succeed in today's rapidly changing educational landscape. Read More Read Less