Join the Personal & Authentic

Virtual Book Study!

Are you ready to design learner-centered experiences that truly impact a lifetime? Join a dynamic, virtual professional development opportunity featuring Thomas C. Murray's essential book, Personal & Authentic: Designing Learning Experiences that Impact a Lifetime.

This book study is your chance to connect with fellow educators, deepen your understanding of personalized learning, and gain practical strategies to empower student voice and agency in your classroom or school.

✨ Key Benefits (Why Sign Up?)

  • Foster Deep Relationships: Explore how to build a culture for learning that respects the "hidden stories" within every child.

  • Unlock Student Agency: Learn practical methods for granting appropriate levels of flexibility in pace and path, empowering students to take ownership of their learning journey.

  • Design High-Impact Experiences: Dive into designing learning moments filled with awe, driven by authenticity, and supported by meaningful, evidence-based feedback.

  • Gain Actionable Resources: We will explore the free companion resources, including the Personal & Authentic Framework and Stop & Reflect Study Guide.

Commit just 30 minutes a week to professional learning and transform your practice for the rest of the year.

Summer Format & Schedule

  • Duration: 4 Weeks

  • Meeting Day: Mondays

    • 6/15, 6/22, 6/29, 7/6

  • Time: 9:00 - 9:30 AM (30 minutes)

  • Platform: Zoom (Link provided upon sign-up)

Register for the Summer Study Here!

Fall Format & Schedule

  • Duration: 5 Weeks

  • Meeting Day: Mondays

    • 9/14, 9/28, 10/5, 10/12, 10/26

  • Time: 3:45–4:15 PM (30 minutes)

  • Platform: Zoom (Link provided upon sign-up)

Register for the Fall Study Here!