What is Learning Designer

Digital transformation in higher education (HE) institutions is a process that has been gradually implemented by decision-makers and educators for more than a decade, witnessing an exponential growth over the last two years. The University of Aveiro (UA), in Portugal, has been putting considerable effort in preparing staff, faculty, and students for this disruptive approach to education. This case study aims to share UA's experience in areas related to digital transformation at pedagogical, technical, managerial, and societal levels by providing data on digital capabilities, technological support, and institutional strategies. The research also intends to present findings on the balance between HEI-envisioned digital learning environments and their operationalization. The adoption of a qualitative approach through interviews to seven top decision-makers will provide relevant insights regarding UA's digital transformation model, namely by sharing the perceptions HE representatives have of higher education's future in an ever-growing digital scenario.