This #LearningUncut episode will be out on 3 December - keep an eye out for it if you are interested in #SelfDirectedLearning
In a first for #LearningUncut podcast I just recorded the second half of a podcast 7 weeks after recording the first half. My guest, a digital learning team lead, just ran an experiment to encourage self directed learning habits. We recorded first part before the experiment then followed up after
November 25, 2024 at 5:23 AM
This #LearningUncut episode will be out on 3 December - keep an eye out for it if you are interested in #SelfDirectedLearning
When students drive their own learning, grades become a side effect of growth. #AgileClassrooms #SelfDirectedLearning
September 21, 2026 at 12:15 PM
When students drive their own learning, grades become a side effect of growth. #AgileClassrooms #SelfDirectedLearning
We will chat with Ken Danford about the current state of Self-directed learning and what we can do to promote it.
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#selfdirectedlearning #selfdirectededucation #educationfreedom
Register here us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
#selfdirectedlearning #selfdirectededucation #educationfreedom
February 3, 2025 at 5:15 PM
We will chat with Ken Danford about the current state of Self-directed learning and what we can do to promote it.
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#selfdirectedlearning #selfdirectededucation #educationfreedom
Register here us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
#selfdirectedlearning #selfdirectededucation #educationfreedom
December 10, 2025 at 1:40 PM
When students drive their own learning, grades become a side effect of growth. #AgileClassrooms #SelfDirectedLearning
April 15, 2025 at 12:15 PM
When students drive their own learning, grades become a side effect of growth. #AgileClassrooms #SelfDirectedLearning
When students drive their own learning, grades become a side effect of growth. #AgileClassrooms #SelfDirectedLearning
March 26, 2025 at 12:15 PM
When students drive their own learning, grades become a side effect of growth. #AgileClassrooms #SelfDirectedLearning
The media narrative of “Can you believe they only cover ‘X’ for (insert small # of hours) in medical school⁉️” is frustrating
We currently have a finite 4y of space to include all of medicine…
#MedEd teaches #SelfDirectedLearning — if it’s important, the student will learn it.
We currently have a finite 4y of space to include all of medicine…
#MedEd teaches #SelfDirectedLearning — if it’s important, the student will learn it.
June 25, 2025 at 1:19 PM
The media narrative of “Can you believe they only cover ‘X’ for (insert small # of hours) in medical school⁉️” is frustrating
We currently have a finite 4y of space to include all of medicine…
#MedEd teaches #SelfDirectedLearning — if it’s important, the student will learn it.
We currently have a finite 4y of space to include all of medicine…
#MedEd teaches #SelfDirectedLearning — if it’s important, the student will learn it.
i'm discovering i really don't enjoy working with the koloadych book much.
you could say... it really isn't my cup of tea.
#ArtSky #watercolour #warercolor #SelfDirectedLearning
you could say... it really isn't my cup of tea.
#ArtSky #watercolour #warercolor #SelfDirectedLearning
May 7, 2026 at 7:36 AM
i'm discovering i really don't enjoy working with the koloadych book much.
you could say... it really isn't my cup of tea.
#ArtSky #watercolour #warercolor #SelfDirectedLearning
you could say... it really isn't my cup of tea.
#ArtSky #watercolour #warercolor #SelfDirectedLearning
8pm EST a chat with Ken Danford, Co Founder and & Director of North Star: Self-Directed Learning for Teens & Co-Founder of Liberated Learners Network. bit.ly/AEROweb
#selfdirectedlearning #selfdirectededucation #educationfreedom
#selfdirectedlearning #selfdirectededucation #educationfreedom
The Breadth of Educational Options - Ken Danford | LinkedIn
The current state of self-directed learning, education freedom and what we can do to promote ut.
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February 13, 2025 at 5:09 PM
8pm EST a chat with Ken Danford, Co Founder and & Director of North Star: Self-Directed Learning for Teens & Co-Founder of Liberated Learners Network. bit.ly/AEROweb
#selfdirectedlearning #selfdirectededucation #educationfreedom
#selfdirectedlearning #selfdirectededucation #educationfreedom
Imagine the possibilities when young learners can follow their passion. Horse Lover's Math offers a unique learning experience for kids who love #horses buff.ly/gMKjSsC #homeschool #equestrian #stemeducation #lovehorses #iteachmath #selfdirectedlearning
December 10, 2025 at 12:10 AM
Imagine the possibilities when young learners can follow their passion. Horse Lover's Math offers a unique learning experience for kids who love #horses buff.ly/gMKjSsC #homeschool #equestrian #stemeducation #lovehorses #iteachmath #selfdirectedlearning
One week to go! Webinar for start-up learning communities with The Bramblewood Project on Weds 12th Nov, 7.30pm GMT.
Bramblewood nurtures multiple #consent-based, #SelfDirectedLearning communities in Worcester, England.
https://educationstartups.org/webinar-12-nov-2025
Bramblewood nurtures multiple #consent-based, #SelfDirectedLearning communities in Worcester, England.
https://educationstartups.org/webinar-12-nov-2025
November 5, 2025 at 10:35 AM
One week to go! Webinar for start-up learning communities with The Bramblewood Project on Weds 12th Nov, 7.30pm GMT.
Bramblewood nurtures multiple #consent-based, #SelfDirectedLearning communities in Worcester, England.
https://educationstartups.org/webinar-12-nov-2025
Bramblewood nurtures multiple #consent-based, #SelfDirectedLearning communities in Worcester, England.
https://educationstartups.org/webinar-12-nov-2025
🦃 November's #SelfDirectedLearning celebrates culinary heritage and generosity! Explore #Thanksgiving food traditions, pie history, apron crafts, and skip #BlackFriday for local #gifts. Plus, get holiday card ideas. Subscribe to our eNewsletter for more: conta.cc/4fqGqYb
November 24, 2024 at 1:58 PM
🦃 November's #SelfDirectedLearning celebrates culinary heritage and generosity! Explore #Thanksgiving food traditions, pie history, apron crafts, and skip #BlackFriday for local #gifts. Plus, get holiday card ideas. Subscribe to our eNewsletter for more: conta.cc/4fqGqYb
There's still time to sign up for our webinar tonight at 7.30pm GMT with The Bramblewood Project, which nurtures multiple #consent-based, #SelfDirectedLearning communities for #children who attend alongside, or as an alternative to #mainstream #schooling, in Worcestershire.
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November 12, 2025 at 12:05 PM
There's still time to sign up for our webinar tonight at 7.30pm GMT with The Bramblewood Project, which nurtures multiple #consent-based, #SelfDirectedLearning communities for #children who attend alongside, or as an alternative to #mainstream #schooling, in Worcestershire.
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Why the Next Academic Revolution Will Happen Outside Schools wiobs.com/why-the-next... #FutureOfEducation #AcademicRevolution #LearningBeyondSchools #SelfDirectedLearning
Why the Next Academic Revolution Will Happen Outside Schools -
Why learning is shifting beyond schools as technology, self-directed education, and decentralized knowledge reshape the future of academia.
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January 2, 2026 at 9:28 AM
Why the Next Academic Revolution Will Happen Outside Schools wiobs.com/why-the-next... #FutureOfEducation #AcademicRevolution #LearningBeyondSchools #SelfDirectedLearning
Midwinter slows the rhythm in #WesternMass, turning trails, ponds, and hills into spaces for wonder and play. From animal tracks to community gatherings, winter invites movement, close observation, and connection. There’s learning in the stillness too. ❄️ #LearnLocal #SelfDirectedLearning
12 Wonderful Winter Events in the Berkshires and Pioneer Valley | Learn Local Play Local (Jan 8–16, 2026) - Hilltown Families
Winter events in the Berkshires and Pioneer Valley invite families to learn, play, and connect through outdoor explorations, Jan 8–16, 2026.
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January 8, 2026 at 1:29 PM
Midwinter slows the rhythm in #WesternMass, turning trails, ponds, and hills into spaces for wonder and play. From animal tracks to community gatherings, winter invites movement, close observation, and connection. There’s learning in the stillness too. ❄️ #LearnLocal #SelfDirectedLearning
🧠 Want students to be self-directed agile learners? Start with planning! Planning is a skill that grows with practice 💪
A FREE Planning Routine Guide to help you integrate this in the classroom learn.agileclassrooms.com/resources-agile-edu
#SelfDirectedLearning #AgileClassrooms #StudentAgency #edu
A FREE Planning Routine Guide to help you integrate this in the classroom learn.agileclassrooms.com/resources-agile-edu
#SelfDirectedLearning #AgileClassrooms #StudentAgency #edu
January 8, 2025 at 9:05 PM
🧠 Want students to be self-directed agile learners? Start with planning! Planning is a skill that grows with practice 💪
A FREE Planning Routine Guide to help you integrate this in the classroom learn.agileclassrooms.com/resources-agile-edu
#SelfDirectedLearning #AgileClassrooms #StudentAgency #edu
A FREE Planning Routine Guide to help you integrate this in the classroom learn.agileclassrooms.com/resources-agile-edu
#SelfDirectedLearning #AgileClassrooms #StudentAgency #edu
This week brings a rare overlap of light-centered traditions in #WesternMass. From Hanukkah to Solstice, Christmas to Kwanzaa, families can slow down, notice the light, and explore how seasonal rituals across cultures foster reflection, connection, and learning. #SelfDirectedLearning #LearnLocal
December 18-26 Holidays in Western Mass: Seasonal Learning
Discover December 18-26 holidays via Solstice, Hanukkah, Christmas, & Kwanzaa with meaningful seasonal learning events in Western Mass.
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December 19, 2025 at 10:36 PM
This week brings a rare overlap of light-centered traditions in #WesternMass. From Hanukkah to Solstice, Christmas to Kwanzaa, families can slow down, notice the light, and explore how seasonal rituals across cultures foster reflection, connection, and learning. #SelfDirectedLearning #LearnLocal
Learn local, play local ❄️🎭🏀 This holiday week in #WesternMass offers dinosaur exhibits, opera, tractor parades, and First Day Hikes. From stargazing to basketball, families can explore science, culture & the seasons while marking time together through celebration & discovery. #SelfDirectedLearning
Western Massachusetts Holiday Events: Community Learning
Explore Western Massachusetts Holiday Events, including cultural celebrations, outdoor discovery, music, science exhibits, and New Year traditions.
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December 25, 2025 at 2:10 PM
Learn local, play local ❄️🎭🏀 This holiday week in #WesternMass offers dinosaur exhibits, opera, tractor parades, and First Day Hikes. From stargazing to basketball, families can explore science, culture & the seasons while marking time together through celebration & discovery. #SelfDirectedLearning
From fireworks to fossils, trail walks to music talks. This week in #WesternMass is full of hands-on, curiosity-driven experiences that connect learning to place. Ecology, folklore, physics, maps, & marionettes all take center stage.
#SelfDirectedLearning #WesternMA #PlaceBasedEducation
#SelfDirectedLearning #WesternMA #PlaceBasedEducation
Field Notes for Summer: Exploring Nature, History, and Community Through Learning - Hilltown Families
Independence Day celebrations, reflective walks, interactive music experiences, and stories told through marionettes and fossils. This week is full of
hilltownfamilies.org
July 3, 2025 at 4:04 PM
From fireworks to fossils, trail walks to music talks. This week in #WesternMass is full of hands-on, curiosity-driven experiences that connect learning to place. Ecology, folklore, physics, maps, & marionettes all take center stage.
#SelfDirectedLearning #WesternMA #PlaceBasedEducation
#SelfDirectedLearning #WesternMA #PlaceBasedEducation
The Bramblewood Project was started by 2 mums who wanted children to be able to play freely together in nature. Bramblewood now runs multiple #consent-based #SelfDirectedLearning communities for children who attend alongside, or as an alternative to school.
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'Ask the Expert' Q&A with The Bramblewood Project
Webinar on 12th November 2025 for start-up schools and learning communities with Helen Fairest and Anthony Nicholson
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October 10, 2025 at 1:43 PM
The Bramblewood Project was started by 2 mums who wanted children to be able to play freely together in nature. Bramblewood now runs multiple #consent-based #SelfDirectedLearning communities for children who attend alongside, or as an alternative to school.
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Handmade joy, local flavor & glowing skies. This week in #WesternMass invites cozy, creative learning. Track wild turkeys, mend with care, collage with friends, or sip soup at the farmers market. Curiosity, kindness, & community are the lights we carry into winter. #LearnLocal #SelfDirectedLearning
Discover Creative Autumn Events in Western Massachusetts: Workshops, Markets & More - Hilltown Families
Explore Events in Western Massachusetts that inspire curiosity. Discover seasonal activities, hands-on learning, & creative experiences weekly.
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November 13, 2025 at 5:23 PM
Handmade joy, local flavor & glowing skies. This week in #WesternMass invites cozy, creative learning. Track wild turkeys, mend with care, collage with friends, or sip soup at the farmers market. Curiosity, kindness, & community are the lights we carry into winter. #LearnLocal #SelfDirectedLearning
Exploring dragonflies opens pathways to learn about entomology & ecology. Their adaptations inspire curiosity & artful practice, from sketching to paper-folding, giving naturalists of all ages new ways to connect observation with creativity. #dragonflies #entomology #homeschool #selfdirectedlearning
Explore Dragonflies: From Aquatic Life to Artistic Expression - Hilltown Families
Exploring dragonflies opens pathways to learn about entomology and ecology. Their adaptations inspire curiosity and artful practice, from sketching to paper-folding, giving naturalists of all ages new...
hilltownfamilies.org
September 9, 2025 at 12:26 PM
Exploring dragonflies opens pathways to learn about entomology & ecology. Their adaptations inspire curiosity & artful practice, from sketching to paper-folding, giving naturalists of all ages new ways to connect observation with creativity. #dragonflies #entomology #homeschool #selfdirectedlearning
Riding a Ferris wheel brings the mechanics of rotation, torque, and momentum into view. The slow rise and turn offer a chance to notice how movement shapes perspective, both physically and in conversation. #WesternMass #STEM #SelfDirectedLearning
Physics & History of Ferris Wheels: A Multidisciplinary Learning Experience - Hilltown Families
Riding a Ferris wheel brings the mechanics of rotation, torque, and momentum into view. The slow rise and turn offer a chance to notice how movement shapes perspective, both physically and in…
hilltownfamilies.org
August 11, 2026 at 4:03 PM
Riding a Ferris wheel brings the mechanics of rotation, torque, and momentum into view. The slow rise and turn offer a chance to notice how movement shapes perspective, both physically and in conversation. #WesternMass #STEM #SelfDirectedLearning
🌲 This season, families can spend time together by exploring #evergreens in local forests. Look for different textures, shapes, and colors, and gather a few samples to make a nature table at home.
#evergreentrees #dendrology #selfdirectedlearning #homeschooling #edchat
#evergreentrees #dendrology #selfdirectedlearning #homeschooling #edchat
Discover Native Coniferous Trees: Needles, Cones, and the Wonders of the Forest - Hilltown Families
Families can learn together this winter by exploring evergreens in nearby forests. Notice textures, shapes, and colors, and collect samples to create a home nature table. Find inspiration and activiti...
hilltownfamilies.org
November 21, 2025 at 1:03 PM
🌲 This season, families can spend time together by exploring #evergreens in local forests. Look for different textures, shapes, and colors, and gather a few samples to make a nature table at home.
#evergreentrees #dendrology #selfdirectedlearning #homeschooling #edchat
#evergreentrees #dendrology #selfdirectedlearning #homeschooling #edchat
Learn local, play local 🎶🦅🌊 From lawn concerts to raptor shows, river cruises to pottery tours, this week is full of hands-on ways to explore sound, science, art, and place. Let curiosity be your guide. Discovery starts right outside your door. #WesternMass #SelfDirectedLearning
From Grandparents to Grandkids: Hands-On Learning in Music, Ecology, and Local Culture - Hilltown Families
From lawn concerts and pottery tours to raptor programs and river cruises, this week’s events open the door to learning rooted in community, season, and
hilltownfamilies.org
July 24, 2025 at 7:33 PM
Learn local, play local 🎶🦅🌊 From lawn concerts to raptor shows, river cruises to pottery tours, this week is full of hands-on ways to explore sound, science, art, and place. Let curiosity be your guide. Discovery starts right outside your door. #WesternMass #SelfDirectedLearning