Introduction

This week I’m speaking with Ryan Delk. Ryan is the founder of Primer, a network of microschools being built across the country. In this episode, we talk about Ryan’s personal education experience and how it shaped and impacted the way he thinks about the schools he is building. We talk about what makes a good microschool and the most important things to be thinking about when developing schools and educational experiences for kids. We also explore Primer’s project-based approach for educating kids through skill-building, emotional intelligence, self esteem, and self efficacy. Finally, we dive into what is involved in building a network of microschools, the regulations that have made it difficult to create alternative education, and what the future of education in a world full of microschools might look like. Chapters: 0:00 - Ryan Delk 3:00 - What is Primer? 9:30 - Ryan’s Homeschool Experience 14:50 - How to Give Kids Agency in Their Education 21:10 - Homeschooling vs. Microschooling 24:30 - How to Make Alternative Education Accessible 37:30 - Streamlining the Path for Microschools 42:00 - Finding Balance Between Structure and Agency 44:30 - Using Technology in Alternative Education 56:30 - What Do Primer Education Classrooms Look Like? 1:01:10 - The Long-Term Vision for Primer 1:03:50 - Why is America’s Education Failing? 1:08:20 - Redefining the Incentive Structures for Education 1:16:45 - How to Connect with Ryan and Primer If You Enjoy This Show Please Subscribe and Give Us a 5-Star Rating ★★★★★ and Review on Apple Podcasts & Spotify Connect with Ryan Delk: Email | ryan@primer.com Website | primer.com Twitter | @delk Connect with Hannah Frankman: Twitter | @hannahfrankman Website | http://hannahfrankman.com Follow along for conversations on education, lifestyle, personal development, and freedom. All in ardent pursuit of a life well lived