Question 1

What is Author Study?

Accepted Answer

Author Study was created as a way to virtually bring Kwame Alexander and other notable authors into classrooms, libraries, and community groups at an exclusive rate (including discounted registration for Title I schools and homeschoolers).

Question 2

What are the registration options?

Accepted Answer

Classroom &  Library General Registration: $375 for one, or two for $650; Title I  & Homeschoolers Registration: $250 for one, or two for $400. Homeschool educators are welcome to team up with other homeschool families in your area (if possible) to join/view/ participate as a group.

Question 3

What are the payment options?

Accepted Answer

Registered attendees can pay online by credit card, debit, Paypal or Google Pay through the Eventbrite system. Pay by check and ACH options are also available - please complete this form and we'll be in touch regarding next steps: https://forms.gle/pLf9f4ihN9C8g6tw8.

Question 4

Can I use the registration login link and passcode for multiple classrooms?

Accepted Answer

The login cannot be used on multiple devices concurrently. Each registration provides a single login that can be used from one device to broadcast/livestream to as many students as you'd like in a single location, whether that is within an individual classroom or through a larger assembly.

Question 5

Can I use the registration login from one device to broadcast/livestream into multiple classrooms?

Accepted Answer

The single login can be used if your school or organization is set up internally to broadcast/livestream from one device into multiple classrooms.

Question 6

Is there a discount for multiple registrations?

Accepted Answer

In addition to our Two-Registration Bundle outlined above, we also offer group discount pricing for organizations interested in five or more registrations. Please contact authorstudy@bigseaentertainment.com for information.

Question 7

Where is the webinar / livestream / virtual event being held?

Accepted Answer

Author Study will be hosted on Zoom Webinars.  Note, the Zoom room will open 15 minutes prior to the event start time.

Question 8

Will I receive confirmation and reminder emails with information on how to login / join?

Accepted Answer

Once you’ve completed registration through Eventbrite, you will receive initial confirmations from both Eventbrite as well as Zoom Webinars, with information on how to login / join the event. You will also receive reminder emails leading up to the event, including one week and one day prior.

Question 9

Can I cancel my registration and get a refund?

Accepted Answer

You are able to request a cancellation of your registration and obtain a refund through one week prior to this Author Study event. Within a week of the event, if an organization cancels their registration, their fee will be applied to a future Author Study event of their choice.

Question 10

What is the duration of the event?

Accepted Answer

45 minutes

Question 11

What is the agenda for the event?

Accepted Answer

Most Author Study events include a reading, book talk, brief writing lesson, and live Q&A; however, please refer to the event listing for specifics and further details.

Question 12

What is the audience and grades for this event?

Accepted Answer

This event is recommended for elementary & middle school grades, but all grade levels are welcome. Audience will always be noted in each Author Study listing, specific to that event.  See AuthorStudy.com for more information on all planned events.

Question 13

Can we submit questions ahead of time?

Accepted Answer

While we are not asking for questions ahead of time, attendees are  welcome (and encouraged!) to have students prepare questions in advance, which can be submitted during the livestream via the Zoom Webinar chat.  Kwame will not answer questions submitted before the event start.

Question 14

Is there any curriculum related to the craft lesson?

Accepted Answer

Following the event, a curriculum worksheet recapping the mini-craft lesson will be provided via email to registered attendees.

Question 15

How many questions will be answered during the event?

Accepted Answer

We generally set aside 10 minutes for the live Q&A portion. Some questions require more detailed answers, but we will address as many as we can during this time frame.

Question 16

Will there be a recording of this event available?

Accepted Answer

We  encourage you to attend live so students can have the full interactive experience.  After the livestream, registrants will receive a link that allows  access the recording for 10 days. The event may not be recorded or downloaded by participants due to copyright.

Author Study with Kwame Alexander and special guest Mo Willems