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ISSDL 2026 Coming Soon!
We are just over one month away from the annual International Society for Self-Directed Learning (ISSDL) Symposium , and we’re excited to share a preview of this year’s dynamic and wide-ranging program. The Symposium will feature sessions exploring Self-Directed Learning across diverse contexts, including: A South African university organizational review STEM student readiness Generative AI–embedded assessments in higher education A roadmap from pedagogy to andragogy Insigh


Developing a Dissertation Research Problem
The research problem statement forms the foundation for the entire research process. Yet many doctoral students struggle with how to communicate the problem they are attempting to solve through their research. Using Ron Jacobs' conceptual framework and experience working with graduate Human Resource Development students, Brian will help the learner develop a plan to articulate their research problem clearly. The workshop will review and use SDL examples to explore: 1) What co


Self-Directed Learning Spanning Contexts
Sponsored by the International Society for Self-Directed Learning (ISSDL), this webinar brings together Florida State University–affiliated scholars to explore how self-directed learning (SDL) operates across very different, fast-changing contexts —from teacher preparation and nursing education to cybersecurity, game development, and adjunct faculty work in behavior analysis. Panelists compare what “self-teaching” looks like in practice, why SDL becomes essential when technol


Join us at the beach!
International Society for Self-Directed learning “asks”. We are in need of volunteers to assist with the following Society activities:


Exciting information to share!
The International Society for Self-Directed Learning is excited to share information of two upcoming global self-directed learning events an


ISSDL Remembers Dr. Huey Long
It is with sad hearts that the ISSDL shares the passing of its friend and founder Dr. Huey Long on Friday August 12, 2022. Dr. Long...











