TV Series Studies
Watch episodes of Ted Lasso or Abbott Elementary at your own pace, and then connect the stories on screen to your teaching practice. Along the way, you’ll earn credit while exploring fresh ideas in a creative, engaging format. Because sometimes the best insights come from the most unexpected places.
Book Studies
When it comes to reading, book studies provide educators with more structure, social connection, and accountability. The way we design them, these PD experiences strike the perfect balance for a busy schedule. We invite educators to read and reflect at their own pace and provide options for educators to share ideas and insights with other learners. Gather some colleagues and connect with us to discuss books!
Two Pathways to Join the Conversations
For individual educators: Join one of our ongoing studies
If you’re an individual educator interested in joining a book or TV study, find the course that is most relevant to you.
By participating in a book or TV study, you will…
Get excited about learning something new
Read/watch and reflect at your own pace
Swap insights & strategies with peers
Earn SCECHs for reading/watching!
For administrators: Enroll your staff in one of our course offerings
Have you considered offering a book study for your colleagues, but the logistics of running such a group took more time and energy than you had capacity? We've got you covered.
By enrolling your staff in our book or TV studies, you can...
Create opportunities for staff to connect and learn from other educators
Offer an engaging, self-paced PD experience without the heavy lift
Reward staff for learning new things, boosting their skills, and collaborating with peers
Earn SCECHs for reading/watching!
What other Michigan educators shared about their experience:
"It was relevant & entertaining. The questions really got me thinking about my classroom & colleagues."
Meet your facilitators
Danielle Peck
Senior Professional Learning Specialist
Danielle comes to Michigan Virtual’s professional learning services team with over a decade of experience teaching in the classroom. She is passionate about collaborating with educators to create and implement instructional practices that are transformative and liberating. Danielle is a graduate of Michigan State University with a bachelor’s degree in English and history and a master’s degree in curriculum and instruction. In her free time, she enjoys reading, acting, crafting, and spending time with her family.
Anne Perez
Senior Professional Learning Specialist
Anne has been helping people learn since 2003. After 15 years as a high school English teacher, she joined Michigan Virtual in 2019 as a Professional Learning Specialist. In this role, Anne brings her passion for creativity, connection, and collaboration to every learning experience she designs. Whether facilitating workshops or building courses, Anne is driven by the belief that professional learning should be both meaningful and energizing.
Outside of work, you'll find her cheering on her kids at their sporting events, baking new cookie recipes each month, or taking long walks in the evening with her husband.
Reach out to our team today!
If you are a school leader interested in customizing a book or TV study for your staff, fill out the form below. We will be in touch with you soon!