The Theory

“Education is the sum of everything a person learns that enables that person to live a satisfying and meaningful life.” - Alliance for Self-Directed Education

Before we jump into the day-to-day concerns of facilitation, we’d like get everyone on the same philosophical page. Most of this section is concerned with definition, and it is by intention, brief. If you are interested in more in-depth exploration of the principals behind self-directed learning, we recommend the fantastic work of the Alliance for Self-Directed Education.