These aren’t just great videos and books—they’re the intellectual foundation behind why Acton exists and why it works. If you're questioning the old way of doing school, this is where your new worldview begins.

understanding the model

Do Schools Kill Creativity? TED Talk | Sir Ken Robinson

Developing Grit. The Power of Passion and Perseverance TED Talk | Angela Lee Duckworth

Teach for Mastery. Not Test Scores TED Talk | Sal Khan

The Learner Driven Revolution SXSW EDU | Jeff Sandefer

School in the Clouds TED Talk | Sugatra Mitra

Growth Mindset Carol Dweck

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Books That Reshape the Way You Think About Education

These aren’t your typical education books. They challenge conventional wisdom and reveal the deeper ideas shaping the Acton model. If you’re serious about rethinking school, start here.

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