Michigan Virtual

Book Studies

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.

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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.

Key Dates

Course Offering Registration Opens Registration Closes Coursework Due
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
*The summer 2024 offerings of Ted Lasso & Abbott Elementary are only available through our summer learning experience, PD in a Box. Learn more here.

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!

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!
Ted Lasso TV Study
Abbott Elementary TV Study

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!
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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!