A.W. Lukens

A.W. Lukens serves as a distinguished course developer and instructor at the University of Colorado System, specializing in cross-functional collaboration and leadership development. Their expertise is demonstrated through a comprehensive suite of courses on Coursera, focusing on both theoretical foundations and practical applications of collaborative leadership. Their flagship course "Facilitating and Leading Cross-Functional Collaboration" maintains high engagement rates and positive student feedback, teaching essential skills for effective team leadership and facilitation. The curriculum spans from fundamental concepts to advanced leadership techniques, including courses on machine learning applications in marketing and wilderness first aid. Their teaching approach emphasizes practical, hands-on learning experiences, requiring students to practice skills with real-world applications. Their course content is particularly valuable for both current leaders and those aspiring to leadership positions, with no prior experience required for entry-level courses. Through their diverse course offerings, they have established themselves as a leading voice in professional development education, combining traditional leadership principles with modern collaborative approaches