Classical Et Cetera

Classical Education and the Great Books of the Western World are a gateway to the Great Conversation. But what is the Great Conversation, and how does a classic reading list of history's greatest books inspire us to think big and strive in personal growth and wisdom? Today, Shane and the gang find out. Today we take a look at a manageable approach for beginners to enter into the Great Conversation and a wholistic perspective on the classics. Book your seat now, for Classical Et Cetera!

Today we're talking about our Classical Christian Studies Curriculum. Memoria Press has made it a point to teach biblical literacy, church history, and a strong faith in a Christian consciousness. Why is this valuable in a homeschooling setting? What is the point of a Christian education in a homeschool or formal school environment? Today we find out.

Why do we educate our kids? What is education in America trying to do? It can seem like the functions, aim, and purpose of school defined, redefined, and conceptualized anew every year. Why? What is education supposed to be doing for us? Today Shane and the gang sit down to explore the definition, meaning, and goals of the educational philosophy of Memoria Press. We explore the nature of education, the objectives of the classroom, the motivation of teacher and parent alike, and why our public system isn't serving our kids the way they should be. At MP we believe that our Classical Christian Curriculum is accessible, available, and the best option for parents and teachers alike.

Time to get started in Classical Education! We know that for first time teachers and parents Classical Education and Classical thinking can seem a little bit daunting. But trust us, no one here at Memoria Press was born classically educated and we've found that the journey is definitely worth it. Getting into Classical Education is accessible for classroom and homeschool teachers alike. What are you waiting for? Let's get started. 

In today's episode of Classical Et Cetera, Shane and friends sit down to talk about the Chronicles of Narnia: The Silver Chair. Among the vast works by Christian authors, few cast such a compelling vision as CS Lewis.  Through a literary analysis of The Silver Chair, the team at Memoria Press will compare C.S. Lewis' other works: The Abolition of Man, Surprised by Joy, the Screwtape Letters and many more as they explore the core theme, concept, and story of the The Silver Chair.  The Christian faith journey can be complex and hard to follow, and we are grateful for this incredible work that points us to the Savior with every turn of the page.   

What is the quadrivium and how does it relate to classical education? If you've enjoyed our past conversations on the liberal arts, the trivium, and a close look at Christian homeschool education, this conversation is for you! Today we take an overview look at possibly the oldest learning curriculum in the world: The Quadrivium. Not only does a solid education need language arts to work, it needs the four pillars of geometry, astronomy, arithmetic, and music to work in a modern context. Why teach the Quadrivium? We're glad you asked. Hope you enjoy the show! 

The Trivium: Grammar, Logic, and Rhetoric. But what is the Trivium and how relate to the popular trivium-based education model? And how do these foundational elements properly influence a classical education? These questions and more answered on today's episode of Classical Et Cetera. Join Martin, Shane, Tanya, and Paul as they break down the Trivium: what it is, what is does, and how it shapes our curriculum. Here is a link to the chart we mention throughout the episode: https://www.memoriapress.com/trivium-quadrivium/

America's Education System is in pretty bad shape. With deeply flawed philosophy surrounding early child education, mismanaged curriculum for kindergarten through high school, and missing the point of what school is supposed to be; the American Education System is filled with many, seemingly unfixable, problems. Today, Classical Et Cetera explores why.  Join Shane, Paul, and Martin as they discuss a divisive problem, Whole Child Approach, in the US today. How do we take what seems broken and make it right again? We're glad you asked, welcome to the show.   

Today we jump into teaching classical history with Memoria Press. Why do we teach history through narrative? How do we take the tales of antiquity and impart virtue education through our homeschool curriculum? How do we communicate Christian values through sinful characters? Shane sits down with Paul, Ian and Bryce to talk about the ways in which each of them have been impacted by the Famous Men series, why we talk so much about virtue, and how our Famous Men of Virtue YouTube series came to life.

Today we're talking Memoria Press Math. Shane sits down with Paul, Tom, and Martin to discuss how we teach math in the classroom using the Memoria Press curriculum.  Mathematics is a core component of a healthy classical education. Our foundations here at Memoria Press around math is grounded in the teaching of Plato, Descartes, and classical philosophers and educators from a wide swath of history.  Developing a central philosophy has been instrumental in formulating our strategies to teaching math in the classroom. Understanding the nature of math and its significance in our world is key in the education of young minds.