In the Trenches Say It Right
Dec 20, 2024
Explore the often overlooked clichés in classical Christian education and how they can frustrate prospective parents. Discover the impact of overused language, which can drain words of their power and meaning. The conversation urges listeners to reconsider educational phrases to breathe fresh life into dialogue, challenging the status quo. Join in as they emphasize the communal nature of language and the importance of reflection to preserve the potency of ideas.
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School Tour Clichés
- A prospective parent tours St. Adam's Classical school, observing classrooms and reviewing curriculum.
- The admissions officer uses clichés like "biblical worldview," "cultivate wonder," and "lifelong learners."
Communal Meaning
- Words repeated excessively lose meaning, becoming mere sounds.
- Meaning is communal, derived from a word's relationship with others within a specific context.
Dictionary Game
- A dictionary game reveals how word definitions often loop back to the original term, demonstrating communal meaning.
- The example uses the word "work," with its definition leading to "effort," then "vigorous," and back to "physical effort."