The Field Guide to Student-directed Learning
Rebuilding schools from the inside out
The Field Guide to Student-directed Learning
Rebuilding schools from the inside out
Two Books, a Blog, and a
Whole Lot of Tools
This site lays out the theory and practice of a exciting new approach to education. It includes two complete books; a handbook for teachers and a collection of stories from the classroom. In addition, it provides teachers with all the tools they need to understand and implement this field-tested approach, including classroom structures and forms, video clips, links to related books and websites, and on-going blog posts on education. Read more about what's in the Field Guide and how to use it, and how to connect with other teachers who are exploring these ideas.
Larry Geni is the founder of Geni Consulting. He taught high school science for more than 25 years. View his bio.
Agency: A Teacher's Guide to Self-directed Learning
This book provides the theory and strategies teachers need to create communities of self-directed learners in their classrooms. It is a comprehensive tool for creating an environment in which engaged students take responsibility for their own learning.
This Changes Everything
This is a collection of stories and reflections about and by students and teachers who are in the process of creating a new kind of education. This book is written for anyone who is interested in imagining a vibrant alternative to traditional education.
Dispatches: An Educational Blog
An ongoing exploration of the theory and practice of true educational change, providing a fresh point of view on school reform.