Diana Hughes is an experienced practitioner in game design and personalized learning. As Vice President of Product Innovation and AI at Age of Learning, she has spearheaded the development of the company’s science-backed, evidence-centered programs, My Math Academy and My Reading Academy. With three patents in personalized learning technologies, Diana is celebrated for her innovative contributions to digital education methodologies.
Her work is grounded in a deep commitment to student-centric design and efficacy, exemplifying her dedication to delivering equitable, effective, and engaging learning experiences for children worldwide.
Diana plays a key role in driving Age of Learning’s vision for AI-powered solutions, focusing on enhancing accessibility and engagement in early education. By integrating learning science insights with cutting-edge digital technology and AI, she positions the company as a leader in creating interactive and personalized educational programs.
Her past projects include designing an empathy game for children on the autism spectrum, developing a graphics-free game for blind and low-vision players, and creating soft skills training games for the United States Military.
Diana holds an MFA in Game and Interactive Design from the University of Southern California and a BS in Multimedia from Bradley University.