<p>One way to help frame a focus on problems instead of things is the Grand Challenges concept, which has been used in many other fields to date. Grand Challenges are an articulation of large-scale, complex problems that may be addressed through coordinated and sustained efforts but require long-term effort. Often, the articulation of Grand Challenges for a field can drive collaborations, grant funding through federal agencies and foundations, and provide a structure for research and publications around nodes of activities related to priority problems or needs. In this paper, I propose that the field of instructional design and technology (IDT) adopt a Grand Challenges initiative, provide examples from other fields, and provide examples of possible Grand Challenges in our field along with considerations and next steps for the IDT research, practice and policy community.</p>