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Elevate Your Professional Learning with TV Series and Book Studies

Where innovation and inspiration transform your practice as you watch or read content that’s relevant to you.

TV Series Studies

Yep, you read that right! It’s like a book study, but instead of discussing chapters, you discuss episodes of TV shows relevant to educators. Our first “TV series study” launched in 2022, and the response is overwhelmingly positive! Join us to discover what  Season 1 of Ted Lasso and Abbott Elementary can illuminate about teaching, learning, and the world of education.

Key Dates

Course Offering
Registration Opens
Registration Closes
Coursework Due
*The summer 2024 offerings of Ted Lasso & Abbott Elementary are only available through our summer learning experience, PD in a Box. Learn more here.
Ted Lasso TV Series Study
October 9th, 2023
October 20th, 2023
December 8th, 2023
Abbott Elementary TV Series Study
January 8th, 2024
January 19th, 2024
February 23rd, 2024
Ted Lasso TV Series Study
March 4th, 2024
March 18th, 2024
May 3rd, 2024
Abbott Elementary TV Series Study
May 6th, 2024
May 17th, 2024
June 21st, 2024
Ted Lasso TV Series Study*
June 14th, 2024*
August 2nd, 2024*
Check course end date
Abbott Elementary TV Series Study*
June 14th, 2024*
August 2nd, 2024*
Check course end date

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 of synchronous and asynchronous learning. We invite educators to read and reflect at their own pace with options for live check-in points and small-group discussions. Gather some colleagues and connect with us to discuss books like EduProtocols, The Impact Cycle, or Rebound.

For individual educators: Join one of our current studies

If you’re an individual educator interested in joining a book or TV study, we offer ongoing self-paced online options for educators all across Michigan. Sign up for a course when it fits your schedule!

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!

What other Michigan educators shared about their experience:

"It was relevant & entertaining. The questions really got me thinking about my classroom & colleagues."
"I would recommend this class to anyone! It was a breath of fresh air and the Ted Lasso series was a great connection to what we experience in the classroom."
"I really enjoyed this course. The new knowledge that I gained will be passed along to my teachers who did not attend the course … Thank you for an upbeat, information-filled course!"
"I always enjoy talking with people about something we’ve all read/watched. It’s great to hear various opinions and get different insights."
"I really enjoyed how the book study combined our forum discussions, where we could share and read other educators' experiences, with small-group Zoom sessions that allowed for meaningful collaboration."
“I always enjoy talking with people about something we've all read/watched. It's great to hear various opinions and get different insights.”
“Thank you for the relevant topic and opportunity to connect with other educators!”
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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!