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Tyler Thigpen

Co-founder and CEO of The Forest School, an Acton Academy; The Forest School Online; and the Institute for Self-Directed Learning. Also an academic director and lecturer at universities.

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Jan 14, 2025 • 38min

Supporting self-directed learning in and out of conventional classrooms

Tyler Thigpen, co-founder and CEO of The Forest School and a leader in self-directed learning, dives into transformative education practices. He shares his journey from teaching Spanish to advocating for environments that foster learner autonomy. The discussion highlights the evolution of Acton Academy, showcasing collaborative methods that empower student agency. Thigpen emphasizes innovative models like mastery-based transcripts and addresses the growing demand for alternative education, urging teachers to embrace personalized approaches for deeper learning.