D2L launches AI-powered D2L Lumi to support educational content creation

Global learning technology company D2L has unveiled D2L Lumi, an AI-powered feature designed to improve the creation of educational content, assessments, and activities. 

D2L Lumi prioritises privacy and data governance, providing users with tools to create engaging, high-quality learning experiences. The key features of D2L Lumi include generating quiz questions based on course content, suggesting new assignments and discussions aligned with course material, facilitating the creation of practice questions, and offering automated answers to frequently asked questions as well as resources and how-to guides.

Early users of D2L Lumi have reported positive experiences. Jordan O’Connell, a professor at Northwest Iowa Community College, shared his thoughts:

 “Lumi Quiz was fast enough to keep up with me. I think that is so key. At no point was I waiting for it. When I didn’t like a question, it was very easy and intuitive to quickly refresh and try another question.

 It moved fast enough, which I think is really key. It made me realise that I could use this constantly and reliably if I was in course-building mode.”

The announcement was made at D2L’s 2024 Fusion Conference, which brings together over 1,000 education technology thought leaders and clients globally.

Stephen Laster, President of D2L, highlighted the company's dedication to using AI to enhance education: 

"At D2L, we're dedicated to transforming learning in partnership with educators and learners and are committed to harnessing the power of AI to increase access to world-class educational experiences. D2L Lumi is the result of this commitment. The best part of today's announcement is that we’re just getting started. 

In the coming months, D2L Lumi will be included throughout our core products to enhance everyday workflows, helping save time and supporting the best learning experiences possible.”

John Baker, founder and CEO of D2L, added:

 “We’re committed to delivering artificial intelligence tools designed to enhance the human learning experience, so I’m thrilled to introduce learners and educators to D2L Lumi. We’re actively shaping the future of learning for the better. D2L Lumi is helping to make course creation, delivery, teaching, and learning easier and more engaging. We couldn’t be more excited about the future of learning.”