Dennis DiNoia, M.A.Ed., known to families around the world as Mr. D, is an educator, speaker, curriculum creator, and pioneer in student-driven learning. With more than 35 years of experience working with young people, from struggling students in dropout-prevention programs to high-achieving homeschoolers, and every learner in between. He has dedicated his life to helping students develop one of the most essential skills for success: becoming independently responsible learners.