Hi there! I’m Dr. LaTreese Hall, Principal Investigator of the Gamification, Learning, and Development (GLAD) Lab.
The GLAD Lab is a training-focused research lab where undergraduate students build foundational knowledge and develop research skills (sometimes even discovering a passion for research along the way). While we do produce posters and papers, our primary goal is to support students in becoming confident, curious researchers. Our lab projects currently focus on gamified learning and its impact on development, especially in educational contexts.
Our Team.
The GLAD Lab is made up of dedicated undergraduate students—some joining with no prior research experience and others building on past work. Since launching two semesters ago, we've welcomed a rotating group of students who contribute to our projects in meaningful ways, whether they stay for a semester or longer. We're proud of every member, past and present, for their curiosity and growth.
Danielle S-M.
Lab Member
Major: Communication
Post-Grad Interest: Exploring career and grad school options
Our Work.
At the GLAD Lab, our work centers on student training and applied research in developmental science.
Student Training Modules
Students complete self-paced training modules aligned with one of two tracks, based on their goals:
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Research Curiosity and Applied Skills Track: For those entering the workforce after graduation or those new to research who want to learn what it is and why it matters.
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Graduate School Prep Track: Prepares students to apply to competitive grad programs by leading research posters and learning advanced research skills.
Current Research Projects
We’re currently exploring topics related to gamification in college courses.
Students can contribute to each step of the process:
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Gamified assignment creation
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Researcher certification
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Writing and submitting our study to the review board
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Advertising & participant recruitment
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Data collection through SONA
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Data cleaning (Excel) & analysis (R)
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Poster creation & presentation
Join Us.
Are you curious about psychology, child development, or how gamification can improve learning? The GLAD Lab is a training-focused research lab where undergraduate students of all experience levels are welcome!
What You’ll Do
In the GLAD Lab, you’ll:
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Complete self-paced training modules based on your goals
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Join ongoing research projects
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Develop skills in literature review, data collection, analysis, and more
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Work in a supportive environment that values growth and curiosity
Who Should Apply
We’re looking for undergraduate students who are:
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Reliable, open-minded, and eager to learn
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Interested in psychology, education, or related fields
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Available to commit 5–8 hours per week for at least one semester
How to Apply
To express interest, email Dr. Hall at hall [at] SXU [dot] edu. You don’t need prior research experience, we’ll help you build it!
