Michigan Virtual Learning Research Institute™ (MVLRI™):
In 2012, the Governor and Michigan Legislature passed legislation requiring the Michigan Virtual University®(MVU®) to establish a center for online learning research and innovation, and through this center, directed MVUto work on a variety of projects. The center, now formally known as the Michigan Virtual Learning Research Institute™ (MVLRI™), is a natural extension of the work of MVU.
Established in 1998, MVU’s mission is to advance K-12 education through digital learning, research, innovation,policy and partnerships.