Classical Et Cetera

In what ways does a classical homeschool education benefit from studying Homer and Virgil? Why do we teach that Homer is important? What is an epic poem? How does a summary help in homeschooling your children? Why is Homer in our curriculum? Synopsis: In this episode of Classical Et Cetera, the team sits down to talk about the Iliad, the Odyssey, and the Aneid and how beginners and classicists alike will benefit from reading these books. For those of you wondering about Epic Poetry, this episode is for you!

In this episode of Classical Et Cetera, a Classical Education Podcast, Shane and the team sit down to talk about Homeschool & Community Learning. Why is community important? How is learning in the context of community an important aspect of a child's education? What homeschool community learning activities should we add to our homeschool morning basket? All this and more on this episode of Classical Et Cetera. --- [CETC: 115 | Martin, Tanya, Paul] ---

In today's episode Shane sits down to chat with the Memoria Press Team to talk about offensive topics in homeschool curriculum. What makes something offensive? How should we engage with offensive material? And how do we best prepare our students for engaging with a potentially offensive world? They'll talk about subjecting your homeschool curriculum to a curriculum review. How each homeschool mom and dad can best prepare their student for less-than-savory topics. And how a Christian curriculum differs from secular curriculum in the way it is designed. In doing so, we hope to assist you in making the best homeschool curriculum choices for you and your family. All this and more on this episode of Classical Et Cetera. --- [CETC: 114 | Martin, Tanya, Paul] ---

The squad is back! This time they're here to talk about their leisurely past-times. More specifically the difference between a classical understanding of leisure and how our modern world has come to think about the ways we rest. Join Shane, Dan, Jon, and Mitchell as they tackle the truth behind leisure on this episode of Classical Et Cetera. About the Show: In season 2 of Classical Et Cetera, Shane sits down with a panel of MP's finest to talk about our core beliefs, tenets, and pillars of education. How To Think About Leisure | CETC: 113 | The Squad

In this episode of Classical Et Cetera, Tanya, Martin, Paul, and Shane sit down to talk about the study of science, the role that it plays within a classical education, and how it might play out in a given classroom. They will explore the origins of one of our favorite books, "The Book of Trees", as well as explore the importance of an experience-rich well-rounded approach to education in the sciences. Join these classical educators as the take on "Science & Classical Education In The Classroom" About the Show: In season 2 of Classical Et Cetera, Shane sits down with a panel of MP's finest to talk about our core beliefs, tenets, and pillars of education. In this episode of the show, Tanya, Paul, and Martin sit down to share their perspective on what it means to be a teacher. #MemoriaPress #ClassicalEtCetera #ClassicalChristianComplete #MemoriaPress #ClassicalEtCetera #ClassicalChristianComplete #MemoriaPress #ClassicalChristianComplete #HomeschoolingCurriculum

In this episode of Classical Et Cetera, Tanya, Martin, Paul, and Shane sit down to talk about the central goal of a home and school education; a well rounded graduate. They will dive into what makes a successful classically educated child, and how the pitfalls of modern education make it difficult to rise to that standard of excellence. Together we will learn how home and school partner together to form a child in the true, the good, and the beautiful. About the Show: In season 2 of Classical Et Cetera, Shane sits down with a panel of MP's finest to talk about our core beliefs, tenets, and pillars of education. In this episode of the show, Tanya, Paul, and Martin sit down to share their perspective on what it means to be a teacher. The Ideal Classical Graduate | CETC: 111 | Tanya Charlton, Paul Schaeffer, Martin Cothran

In this delightful roundtable episode of Classical Et Cetera, Shane sits down with Martin Cothran and special guest Cheryl Swope, author of "Simply Classical: A Beautiful Education for Any Child". This revolutionary book guides parents, teachers, and schools in implementing the beauty, depth, and richness of a classical education with struggling students and students with special needs. Cheryl and Martin discuss the delicate yet empowering relationship between classical education and the special needs student. You do not want to miss this conversation. About the Show: In season 2 of Classical Et Cetera, Shane sits down with a panel of MP's finest to talk about our core beliefs, tenets, and pillars of education. 

What does it mean to be a good teacher? How do we conduct a classroom well? Where do we find encouragement for the day-in day-out rhythm of the educational life? To kick off the new year, the team sits down to talk about their own personal experiences as educators in the classical field. Join Martin, Tanya, and Paul as they tell their stories about their profession as teachers. While every day poses new challenges, you will definitely find great encouragement and advice in CETC Episode 109: "What Does it Mean to Be a Good Teacher?" About the Show: In season 2 of Classical Et Cetera, Shane sits down with a panel of MP's finest to talk about our core beliefs, tenets, and pillars of education. In this episode of the show, Tanya, Paul, and Martin sit down to share their love of great literature with you!

Tanya, Paul, and Martin return to discuss great books. The table begins with a breakdown of what the great books are and what distinguishes them from other literature before discussing their favorites from the lineup. Are you looking for something new to read? Martin has recommendations for long, expertly-written novels. Or, maybe you're seeking a shorter read? Paul has just the books for you. And, Tanya keeps the book recommendations classy, as usual. You're not going to want to miss this episode of the show!

What do The Lord of the Rings, Winnie the Pooh, and the Christmas Story share in their narrative framework? Eucatastrophe. A term coined by J.R.R. Tolkien in his article, "On Fairy-Stories," eucatastrophe finds its place as a literary trope throughout literary history. But how does it fit with the Christmas story? And how can we see the coming of the Christ child as the most remarkable example of eucatastrophe in history? Buckle up for a new episode of Classical Et Cetera as the Goon Squad (Dan Sheffler, Jon Christianson, Mitchell Holley) dives into the Great Catastrophe of the Christmas Story and unpacks Tolkien's Eucatastrophe. Merry Christmas from Classical Et Cetera!