The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast 336. How to Educate Your Children | Jeff Sandefer
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Mar 2, 2023 Jeff Sandefer, an entrepreneur and Socratic teacher who founded Acton Academies, discusses revolutionary changes in K-12 education. He critiques traditional schooling, emphasizing the importance of the Socratic method to foster critical thinking. The conversation highlights innovative models that promote self-governance and creativity, detailing how children thrive through autonomy and personalized learning. Sandefer also addresses the financial disparities in education and the need for a holistic approach to empower students, merging academic freedom with community involvement.
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Early Entrepreneurial Success
- Jeff Sandefer started his first business at 16, painting tanks in West Texas.
- By 26, he turned a $1 million oil and gas investment into $500 million.
The Socratic Method
- The Socratic method, used in case studies, emphasizes asking questions, not providing answers.
- It focuses on learning to learn and developing the courage to act in uncertainty.
Competence over Prestige
- Jeff Sandefer's father's fluctuating wealth influenced his focus on competence over prestige.
- This led him to pursue Socratic teaching after achieving financial success.
