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Join us at the beach!

International Society for Self-Directed learning “asks”. We are in need of volunteers to assist with the following Society activities:

Naomi Boyer

Exciting information to share!

The International Society for Self-Directed Learning is excited to share information of two upcoming global self-directed learning events an

lilaholt

ISSDL Remembers Dr. Huey Long

It is with sad hearts that the ISSDL shares the passing of its friend and founder Dr. Huey Long on Friday August 12, 2022. Dr. Long...

lilaholt

Guglielmino Steps Down as ISSDL Board Chair; New Officers Chosen

Since 1974, the promotion of self-directed learning has been my passion, and it is with great reluctance that I resigned my ISSDL Board...

lilaholt

It's almost here!

Self-Directed Learning for a Changing World: A Virtual Summit The ISSDL is pleased to present a virtual summit this year due to travel...

Shelley Payne

Thoughts of a Higher Ed Mom on the Pandemic and Shifts in Learning

At some point I will say, “I remember that week.” On a Wednesday I stood at “meet the team night” at my daughter’s high school while we...

Naomi Boyer

Capitalizing on requisite seismic shifts in education: Cultivating the empowerment of the learner

Imagine….a world being swept by a pandemic of unprecedented proportions. The surge and contagion of the illness force nations and local...

Roger Hiemstra

Malcolm Knowles, Andragogy, and SDL

I had the honor and privilege of working with Malcolm Knowles in 1972 as we developed a 30-minute video in cooperation with the Nebraska...

Michael Ponton, Naomi Boyer, Kelly McCarthy

ISSDL adopts a definition of SDL

At the 33rd International Self-Directed Learning Symposium in 2019, attendees requested that the ISSDL (through its board) develop a...

Pete Zsiga

What does the IRS have to do with SDL?

What does the IRS have to do with Self-Directed Learning, and why am I writing about tax deductible donations on the blog page for the...

sdlearning

We need Your input!

In preparation for a general, collaborative session at the 34th Annual Self-Directed Learning Symposium in Cocoa Beach, FL, February 5-8,...

Lucy Guglielmino

Dr. Redding 2019 Knowles Award Winner

The 2019 Malcolm Knowles Award for significant lifelong contributions to the field of self-directed learning was presented to Terrence R....

Steven Zipkes

Can You Spare Some Change? What Happens Here Changes the World

Award-Winning innovator using problem-based learning, technology, and dedicated SDL time to transform educational institutions at all...

sdlearning

Highlight of ISSDL - February 2018!

The International Symposium of Self-Directed Learning is next month! This post is provides a glimpse of one of the topics that will be...

sdlearning

Michael K. Ponton: New Editor of IJSDL

Dr. Mike Ponton, Professor of Education at Regent University, was recently chosen by the editors and former editors of the International...

Jim Bellanca

Making Personalized Plans Personal

Personalized Learning Plans are all the rage connected to students’ academic goals. They are an easy way for students to engage in goal...

Naomi Boyer

SDL And Technology: A Vital Reciprocity

Technology. One word with such substantial significance, copious meanings, and expansive, pervasive impact. There are very few who are...

Roger Hiemstra

Finding Self-Directed Learning

After my Ph.D from the University of Michigan in 1970 I started as a professor at the University of Nebraska in Lincoln. Although...

sdlearning

Thank you Dr. Durr!

The ISSDL acknowledges with gratitude the many contributions of Dr. Richard Durr, who has been an integral part of the SDL Symposium and...

Jim Bellanca

FORCED CHOICES OR SELF-DIRECTED ROADWAYS?

“Oh, my students are all self-directed learners!” Mr. Simpson beamed. “They all choose to do exactly what I say.” I smile. I have heard...

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