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Below are videos, books and articles for a deeper understanding of the Acton Academy approach.

Videos

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TEDxOKC - Jeff Sandefer - April 8th, 2011

Jeff Sandefer
19:15

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Acton Academy - Disruptive Education

A Film by Amanda Horvath
14:56

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A Virtual Tour of Acton

Acton Academy
08:27

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Acton Academy - A Day in the Life

Acton Academy
12:58

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Changing Educational Paradigms

Sir Ken Robinson
‍11:41

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What Makes a Hero?

Matthew Winkler
04:20

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The Hero's Journey, Explained By Eagles

Acton Academy
01:20

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The Power Of Believing You Can Improve

Acton Academy
10:11

Jordan Peterson quote supporting learner-driven education

How to Educate Your Children

How to Educate Your Children - Jeff Sandefer - Dr. Jordan B. Peterson Lectures 2023
02:04:55

Books

Recommended reading for Acton Studios of Rochester families

Courage to Grow

Laura A. Sandefer

Recommended reading for Acton Studios of Rochester families

Nurture Shock

Po Bronson and Ashley Merryman

Recommended reading for Acton Studios of Rochester families

A Thomas Jefferson Education

Oliver DeMille

Recommended reading for Acton Studios of Rochester families

One World Schoolhouse

Sal Khan

Recommended reading for Acton Studios of Rochester families

The Talent Code

Daniel Coyle

Recommended reading for Acton Studios of Rochester families

Unschooling Rules

Clark Aldrich

Recommended reading for Acton Studios of Rochester families

The 3 Big Questions for a Frantic Family

Patrick Lencioni

Websites and Articles