LIRDEF is a research team affiliated with the University of Montpellier and Paul Valéry University Montpellier 3.
The laboratory comprises approximately 50 faculty members and researchers, about 40 doctoral students, roughly 15 assistant professors and associate professors with PhDs, approximately 15 associate researchers, and one administrative assistant.
The research conducted in this laboratory falls within the fields of education and training. In particular, it focuses on:
- teaching and learning processes (across various academic disciplines);
- the activities of professionals in a work setting (teachers, trainers, and other professionals from various fields);
- processes of socialization, professionalization, and identity formation;
- "education for" (in particular, sustainable development and responsibility);
- the history of education (in partnership with CEDRHE);
- the design of educational scenarios (video training, simulations).
The laboratory is organized into three main areas of research:
LIRDEF is currently involved in several research projects funded at the national or international level.
It serves as a support laboratory for master’s and doctoral programs.
