The document summarizes key aspects of learning design for student success, including the good, bad, and ugly. It discusses how learning design aims to make the design process more explicit and shareable, but can oversimplify complexity. While tools and frameworks exist, true adoption of new pedagogical approaches proves difficult. The reality is that traditional teaching still dominates and digital innovations do not guarantee success or improved outcomes. Overall, the document reflects on progress and challenges in designing learning experiences for students.