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Martin Cothran is provost at Memoria College, which offers a master of Arts degree in the great books. He is a cofounder of Memoria Press, which publishes a complete K-12 classical curriculum, and Highlands Latin School in Louisville, KY, and is the author of several popular textbooks, including Traditional Logic, Material Logic, and Classical Rhetoric programs. He has been a voice on education and other public policy issues as a senior policy analyst for The Family Foundation of Kentucky since 1992.And if that wasn't enough, you can find his new project at Blood and Morality. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.foundationfather.com/subscribe
School choice (or educational freedom) is on the ballot this November in Kentucky. Kentuckians will vote for a constitutional amendment to allow more educational opportunities for parents, students, and teachers. Proponents of school choice say that this will empower parents with better opportunities that fit the needs of their children. To talk further about this important topic is Martin Cothran, co-founder of Memoria Press and Highlands Latin School in Louisville. If you would like to interview Richard Nelson, Executive Director of the Commonwealth Policy Center, please email richard@commonwealthpolicy.org. Like and Follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/commonwealthpolicy Follow us on Twitter: @CPC4Kentucky LinkedIn: Commonwealth Policy Center E-Newsletter: https://www.commonwealthpolicycenter.org/mailing-list/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/commonwealth-matters/support
Summer is here which means Memoria Press Conference week is right around the corner! In this episode of the Classical Et Cetera podcast we are breaking down the entire week and giving you the top reasons why mom and dad should attend! The Sodalitas, Teacher Training, and Memoria College Conferences are great opportunities for homeschooling parents, classical school teachers, and students of higher learning to gather together in one place to celebrate our shared dedication to classical Christian education. The Sodalitas Homeschool Conference is a time we dedicate every year to offer homeschool families, beginners and experts alike, the opportunity to travel from all over the world to share and glean tips, advice, and motivation for the school year. It's also a great opportunity for the Memoria Press faithful and curious to get their hands on the curriculum and take advantage of great sales only available during conference week! The Memoria Press Teacher Training Conference is the perfect opportunity to enrich your classical classroom. The 2024 conference will feature plenary sessions led by Dr. Jan Bentz, Leigh Lowe, and Martin Cothran. The two days will be filled with workshops detailing our Classical Core Curriculum, pedagogy, and classroom discipline. The Memoria College Summer Conference invites classical enthusiasts, instructors, and students to join us for an opportunity to discuss the Great Books, learn from great teachers, and meet other great students. So what are you waiting for? Registration is open now! Find information, travel details, and registration particulars at the links below! Sodalitas: https://www.memoriapress.com/2024-sodalitas-homeschool-conference/ Teacher Training: https://www.memoriapress.com/2024-teacher-training-conference/ Memoria College: https://memoriacollege.org/summer-conference/ #memoriapress #summerconference #classicaleducation
The Chosen – highly recommend – loveandlordship@gmail.com – let's talk; New Family Foundation Citizen; Bills to support; National Women in Sports Day and KY Women's Bill of Rights; Martin Cothran's article…Update on School Choice; Family Foundation and Citizen – Calls to Action. Share to inform and encourage others.
Join us in this enlightening episode of the Classical Etc. podcast from Memoria Press. Dive into a rich and thought-provoking discussion on faith and reason with Martin Cothran, Tanya Charlton, and Paul Schaeffer, as they delve into the intricate intersection of Athens and Jerusalem in classical education. The core of today's discussion revolves around Martin's article in "The Classical Teacher". It presents three historical perspectives on the relationship between Greek (Athens) and Hebrew (Jerusalem) cultures: the Conflict View by Tertullian, the Reconciliation Theory by Matthew Arnold, and the Dialectic Theory by Joseph Strauss. Join us in exploring how these theories influence the modern classical education model. How do the balance of Greek intellectualism and Hebrew holiness shape our understanding and teaching methodologies? Engage with our deep dive into the philosophical backgrounds of these theories and their significant influence on Western history, civilization, and thought. This episode is a must-listen for educators, students, and anyone interested in the profound connection between historical cultures and modern education. Subscribe to our channel for more insightful discussions and join the journey through the fascinating world of classical education. For more information on how Memoria Press can get you started with new books for your home and school visit us at memoriapress.com
**SPOILER WARNING** Fidelity New books you should read! Today the table is diving into a wonderful book by Wendell Berry; a short book, under 200 pages, that we think everyone should read at least once. We especially love recommending short books that won't break your schedule in half. "Fidelity", written in 1992 is a must read for fans of classical literature and its one of the best stories that you can maybe read in a day. The life and times of Port Williams, Kentucky is a wonderful exploration into the nuances of faithful community. Give it a read!
Memoria Press doesn't offer a speech program, and today the table talks about why. Well, great rhetoric begins with great writing. And that's why our curriculum puts such a strong focus on the skills mastered through grammar and logic. Join Shane at the table today as Classical Et Cetera dives into what makes great writing! If you're struggling with academic writing or essay writing, classical education might be the solution you're looking for. In this video, we explore how studying grammar, logic, and rhetoric in classical education can improve your writing skills and help you write well-crafted essays. From developing a strong thesis statement to structuring your essay effectively and using evidence to support your arguments, we share tips and strategies for writing in classical education. Whether you're a student looking to ace your next essay or an educator seeking to enhance your students' writing skills, this video is a must-watch. So join us and discover how classical education can help you master academic and essay writing. Don't forget to check out our essay writing tips and strategies and subscribe for more helpful content!
In this video, we explore how to manage big questions using the Socratic dialectic method in classroom conversations. As educators, we know that facilitating meaningful discussions about complex topics is essential for student learning and development. However, implementing effective classroom management in these conversations can be challenging, especially when dealing with big questions that have multiple perspectives and no easy answers. Even more so, the skills and techniques teachers need in establishing the rules for class dialogue can pose significant problems. In this video, we will discuss how to use the Socratic dialectic method, a powerful questioning technique, to help students engage with big questions in a constructive and productive way and improve the ways students engage with difficult material. We'll cover the basics of the method and provide practical tips for using it in the classroom and how we can take steps to reform our education system using this method. Whether you're a seasoned educator or just starting out, this video will provide you with valuable insights and strategies for managing big questions and conversations in your classroom. So, join us for this informative and engaging discussion, and learn how to facilitate meaningful conversations that promote critical thinking and understanding.
The journey to a healthy Socratic Conversation is a long one and not to be rushed when used in a teaching environment. But when a classroom is equipped for healthy questioning, dialogue, and debate, classroom learning can drastically shift from passive receptivity to engaged and proactive critical thinking. So when is the right time to use the Socratic method in school and homeschool environments? And when can you be sure that students are ready to use what they think and know to engage in healthy dialectic of what is true, good, and beautiful? Today on Classical Et Cetera, we discuss how classical education works to push students towards discussion based learning as an outcome, not as its central construct.
Anton Chekhov penned "The Bet" in 1889, a curious short story about the nature of knowledge, wisdom, and community. Today, Classical Et Cetera will spend some time opening the pages of this clever little story and provide a summary of their thoughts and big takeaways. By Russian and English standards this book is one you should definitely look into. Check out our other articles and podcast episodes on classical education, Memoria Press curriculum, and so much more!
In the Winter 2023 edition of The Classical Teacher, Martin Cothran wrote an article, The Culmination of the Classical Hero. An article that unpacks The Hero's Journey and explained how this story structure grounded more than just Star Wars, video games, and modern storytelling. It connects to something deeper. The Monomyth. A term coined by Joseph Campbell in his book, A Hero With a Thousand Faces, the monomyth is a narrative structure drawn from the traditional myth and legend of cultures from around the world. But when we think of Christianity, we see drawn in the perfect life, death, and resurrection of Jesus, a mythic structure fulfilled. A truth so deep and perfect, the rest of the world's myths had to follow. Join Shane Saxon at the table today as we unpack the Monomyth in another episode of Classical Et Cetera.
What is the difference between fun and leisure? It starts with the idea that there is a better way to spend your free time. Classical education promotes using the extra time in our days wisely and productively with activities that move our time from fun into leisure. So how do you that? Shane sits down with the Classical et Cetera table to discuss this very topic, along with ways in which a school and homeschool environment could benefit from a better use of free time at home. Come visit us at the GHC Convention this April! -> https://www.memoriapress.com/classical-et-cetera-live/?utm_source=YouTube&utm_medium=CETC&utm_campaign=219
Come visit us at The Great Homeschool Convention this coming April! Pride & Prejudice, an insightful and transformative domestic novel that took the literary world by storm, has become one of the most beloved pieces of classical literature. A beautiful book that fits very nicely into our classical education curriculum, thank you very much. But why is it important? Why did it leave such an impact on the literary world? Why does it ask some of the best questions and provide the most insightful answers on how our social class creates and navigates division. That's what we're talking about today. As good a film as one can make, it pales in comparison to the insight and beauty of the novel itself. Join Shane at the table as we take a summary of the themes, questions, answers, and insights from Pride & Prejudice.
Great books, need great characters. And a wide swath of classic literature features some incredibly strong female characters that we believe both young girls and young boys should read and enjoy. Join Shane at the table today with guest Leta Sundet to talk about the role strong female protagonists play in classic literature, why these books feature so strongly in our traditional homeschool curriculum, and how the right kind of female leads create better stories and better examples for young readers. We are excited you're here with us, let's jump in!
We love great books. Great books will make you smarter, great books will change the way your mind works, great books have changed the western world. Today on the podcast, Shane and the gang break down the core elements of great literature that help unlock the pleasure in reading in the long term. For what are great books, if not gateways to greater reading? Today we find out.
We've received a ton of questions from viewers of the show and now it's time to answer them! We looked through comments on Classical Et Cetera episodes to find thought provoking questions to answer at the table. Join Paul, Shane, Tanya, and Martin for this special year-end Q&A episode. If you have additional questions for the group, put them in the comments down below!
Merry Christmas from Memoria Press and Classical Et Cetera. In this episode, the gang talks "A Christmas Carol", plays Secret Santa, and Tanya almost gets stabbed! It's an episode to ring in the Christmas season and celebrate a joyful year of light and love, featuring a special message from the MP family. Merry Christmas!
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.
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'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.
Whole word reading method vs phonics. In the world of language education, Phonics is simply the best way to teach students how to read, write, spell, and speak. Its traditional approach stands the tests of time and science, and wins over all other language comprehension programs. The whole word learning approach is misguided, and it betrays both how broken the American school system has become and why Common Core learning is a disaster for U.S. students. What do we think? We think you should use phonics as the standard for reading and language. The alternative is using the wrong system that might lead to terrible results.
In this episode, the table approaches the merits and shortcomings of the various classical education models. Paul, Shane, Tanya, and Martin shed light on the thought process behind Memoria Press's educational model and our view of what makes a educational model classical. You don't want to miss it! Memoria Press exists to promote and impart the classical heritage of the Christian West. Classical Christian education is the cultivation of wisdom and virtue through meditation on the Good, the True, and the Beautiful. This is accomplished in two ways: first, through training in the liberal arts; and secondly, through a familiarity with the great books and the great thinkers of the Western tradition. Memoria Press: Classical, Christian, Complete Learn more at: https://www.memoriapress.com/?utm_source=YouTube&utm_medium=CETC&utm_campaign=202
Where would classical education be without the roots of British Literature? While American literature stands apart with its own defining characteristics, great swaths of Today Shane sits down with the classical book club to talk English Literature and their top recommendations and suggestions for classic reading from across the pond. They'll talk about great books for beginners to read from the UK and how to approach the broad library of classical English literature. We hope you find a great recommendation to take on this year in your reading programs!
The world is filled with great fiction. And in episode two of our mini-series on Great Literature, we take a look at "The Great American Novel". What makes To Kill a Mockingbird so relevant? How does Moby Dick move us? What is it about the green light of The Great Gatsby that changes how we see the rest of American literature? Today Shane and the team sit down for a must - read - book - discussion - and - review of classics from the American literary genre. We hope these recommendations will help you as you begin your journey into the Great Works of the Western World.
From casual comparisons of book lists to debates on the merits of Russian Literature (https://youtu.be/_SeMXQlnln8), we talk about the novels we read a whole lot. In this episode, Ian, Kyle, and Martin join Shane to discuss what makes a novel and why novels are primary in our literature curriculum. As always, you'll get a bunch of laughs as the table talks about all their favorite (and not-so-favorite) facets of various novels!
Today, Shane and the gang sit down to think through the importance of understanding, refining teaching practice and education methods in school, and exploring what a classical concept of pedagogy looks like. What is pedagogy? How do we put it into practice? How do we even define it? The question of pedagogy is a critical question and one that requires a strong definition and understanding of its meaning to parents and teachers alike. Of all the types of pedagogy, none stand stronger, in our opinion, than a classical model that puts the teacher up front and the students in seats focused and ready to learn. Join us for our show today!
Why is it important for everyone to engage with art? Why Meet Professor Carol Reynolds, professor of music history and global art educator with the Dallas Symphony and the Van Cliburn Foundation! And today she's going to brawl over art, more specifically why art belongs as a foundational element of a classical education. Art is a reflection of what our culture values. And the study of playing music, art and craft, and even folk dance are ways we engage with and absorb art into our everyday lives. Join Shane, Martin, Paul and Carol as they dive into art's place in the classical world and how a homeschool education can thrive from learning in the space of classical art. Memoria Press is here to help homeschool families with tips, choices, and simple planning strategies to make classical Christian education available to all!
Many see reading the Great Books as a productive pastime. But, is there value in a formal study of the Great Books for personal growth? In this episode, Martin Cothran and Dan Sheffler delve into the rhyme and reason of intentionally improving one's knowledge of the wisdom found in the Great Books of the Western world. Martin and Dan both head up Memoria College, a program designed to provide a meaningful encounter with the fundamental texts of philosophy, literature, theology, psychology, history, economics, and science. This episode is full of laughs and truths: check it out! To learn more about Memoria College, check out https://memoriacollege.org
On this episode of Anchored, Jeremy is joined by Martin Cothran, Author of Memoria Press' Traditional Logic, Material Logic, and Classical Rhetoric programs. Martin discusses the education reforms that took place at the turn of the 20th century, and how they shifted emphasis from moral formation to vocation and progressive impulse. He also talks about the importance of classical children's literature, and the definition of classical education.
Homeschool curriculum choices are filled with a lot of questions. Especially you, mom and dad, in the Christian community that plan to give their children an education founded in the heritage of the classical western world. So how can we, mere followers of Jesus Christ and followers of faith, reconcile using Greek myths and other non - religious cultural literature in the same space that we study the history, significance, and culture of Christianity? That's what we're talking about today. How we here at Memoria Press, and others like us have navigated through this conversation and found a landing point for why we teach what we teach. Join Shane at the table as he takes a less - accelerated look at the conflict of Christian Values vs Pagan Mythology. Memoria Press is here to help homeschool families with tips, choices, and simple planning strategies to make classical Christian education available to all! Find us at https://www.memoriapress.com/
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] ---
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!
We make a lot of curriculum for many different ages and stages. But why is the process and vision for curriculum crucial to its success in the classroom? What differentiates a school or homeschool with a complete curriculum against one without an integrated vision? How should we think about curriculum? In this episode Tanya, Paul, and Martin sit down with Shane to talk about the vision, integration, and implementation of the Memoria Press curriculum. Join us for another great discussion on "How We Think About Curriculum" here on episode 106 of the Classical Et Cetera Podcast. 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. Join Tanya Charlton, Martin Cothran, and Paul Schaeffer for this episode on the significance of an intellectual life and why they have chosen to stay the course.
In this episode, Shane, Tanya, Martin, and Paul talk about their personal pursuit of an intellectual life. What are the benefits of living into an intellectual lifestyle? What differentiates one intellectual life from another? And how should we as parents, teachers, and cultivators of the Good, True, and Beautiful exemplify the intellectual life in our homes? Join us for another great discussion on "Leading An Intellectual Life" here on episode 105 of the Classical Et Cetera Podcast.
We've touched on why Memoria Press is Classical, Christian, and Traditional. But, that's not all that sets us apart. In this episode, Shane, Tanya, Martin, and Paul explain the benefit of a serious education and the lost art of taking school seriously—Gravitas. Gravitas: What is it? Why is it important? What does it look like in a classroom versus in the home? Should homeschoolers practice Gravitas? And, why does Memoria Press hold Gravitas in such high regard?
Why is Memoria Press Christian? Why have we chosen to teach and publish from an ecumenical perspective? What is a cosmology and how does it differ from a worldview? Today the table sits down to talk about Memoria Press' Christian perspective on the world of education. You'll hear about how a Christian worldview forms our perspective, how we organize our curriculum to teach from a position of Christian truth, and the importance of the parent's role in guiding their children in faith. In this season 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. Join Tanya, Martin, and Paul for this episode on the significance of a Christian education and why we have humbled ourselves before the throne of God, to teach in humility and faith.
What does traditional mean, and why is Memoria Press traditional? Does practicing traditional education mean that we're “old fuddy-duds?” Or, perhaps, “young fuddy-duds?” In this episode you'll hear about why Memoria Press is traditional in its education. And, you'll learn about why being traditional isn't a bad thing. In this season 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. Join Tanya, Martin, and Paul for this episode on the significance of traditional education and why they have chosen to stay the course.
Renee Shaw talks with her guests about historical horse racing. Scheduled guests: State Sen. Damon Thayer, a Republican from Georgetown, Senate Majority Floor Leader, and co-chair of the Pari-Mutuel Wagering Taxation Task Force; State Rep. Adam Koenig, a Republican from Erlanger and co-chair of the Pari-Mutuel Wagering Taxation Task Force; Martin Cothran, spokesperson, The Family Foundation; Chauncey Morris, executive director, Kentucky Thoroughbred Association; State Sen. Morgan McGarvey, a Democrat from Louisville and Senate Minority Floor Leader; State Rep. Al Gentry, a Democrat from Louisville and a member of the Pari-Mutuel Wagering Taxation Task Force; and Pam Thomas, senior fellow, Kentucky Center for Economic Policy.
Why are we classical educators? Why did Memoria Press choose classical education over other forms? Is there something special about classical education? What is classical education? In this brand new season 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. Join Tanya, Martin, and Paul for this episode on the significance of classical education and why they have chosen to stay the course. Welcome to Classical Et Cetera Season 2, we are glad you are here!
Children's literature can be fanciful — some of it is even nonsense — but there are reasons that we need it. In this episode, reader, author, speaker, and homeschool dad, Martin Cothran, ably explains what children's literature is for and we need it now, more than ever. If you've been harboring a secret love for the books of childhood, you'll be delighted to find that they are truly good for us. Enjoy!
Great! You want the BEST education for your child. But what IS education? What's the point of all this effort to find the best education? In simple terms, I break down what education is, what “arts and sciences” means, and how we should think about the liberal arts. Homeschooling, Catholic School, Public School, Co-ops… let's focus on the essentials. Practical, concrete examples that helped me understand and make better education choices for my kids! RESOURCES: “What is Education?” by Martin Cothran https://www.memoriapress.com/articles/what-is-education/ Stratford Caldecott on Common Core: https://theimaginativeconservative.org/2014/06/core-catholic-education-philosophy-schooling-stake.html MY RELATED VIDEOS AND CONTENT: What's My Style? Classical Education: https://youtu.be/rWPTGus_vUk High School Science: https://youtu.be/NA5Up3kU-IU High School Technology & Career: https://youtu.be/8A3DyeOGmME SUPPORT VERITY ED: Shop these links to support Verity Ed. Thank you! Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/verityed (JOIN an exclusive group of supporters with access to special content.) Memoria Press*: https://id.memoriapress.com//idevaffiliate.php?id=263 TAN Academy Books*: https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-100402570-14462311 Catholic Company Books & Gifts*: https://www.jdoqocy.com/click-100400252-11973853 Blick Art Materials*: https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-100402570-11424544 Crayola*: https://www.tkqlhce.com/click-100400252-12864769 Discount School Supply*: https://www.tkqlhce.com/click-100400252-14047860 * Affiliate links --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erika239/support
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In this episode, Shane talks with Martin Cothran about his article “What is a Curriculum?” published by Memoria Press. In the article, Martin outlines the elements that make a successful curriculum. Shane follows up on this article, asking Martin about “what got left on the cutting room floor?” If you enjoy Martin’s writing on the many facets of Classical Education, you’ll love this episode.
Renee Shaw hosts a discussion about historical horse racing legislation. Guests: State Sen. John Schickel (R-Union), sponsor of the legislation; State Sen. Whitney Westerfield (R-Crofton); Bill Lear, attorney for the Keeneland Association; and Martin Cothran, senior policy analyst and spokesperson for the Family Foundation of Kentucky.
Renee Shaw hosts a discussion about historical horse racing legislation. Guests: State Sen. John Schickel (R-Union), sponsor of the legislation; State Sen. Whitney Westerfield (R-Crofton); Bill Lear, attorney for the Keeneland Association; and Martin Cothran, senior policy analyst and spokesperson for the Family Foundation of Kentucky.
During the 1990's, Martin Cothran fought Kentucky education reforms to preserve sound education for students. Martin, along with the late Memoria Press Founder Cheryl Lowe, appeared before judiciary committees and the general public to make a case for classical education. In this episode, "Classical Education VS Modern Education," Shane Saxon hears Martin's stories from his time in "the hot seat," delving into the where and why of the situation that Martin found himself in.
Everyone knows that we should focus our educational efforts on teaching kids skills they can actually use in real life, right? Except maybe that is not the best path to the most practical education after all. Yes, a classical education can build virtue, but it also creates the best employees for the modern world.Need convincing? Then you are going to enjoy this interview with Martin Cothran of Memoria Press. You may learn something new about the term "liberal arts" and might just walk away convinced that STEM is not necessarily where we should focus. Enjoy!For show notes and episode downloads, go to pambarnhill.com/ymb86.
A handful of protestors have been picketing outside the home of Utah state epidemiologist Dr. Angela Dunn. How dare these ingrates peacefully register disapproval of someone in authority? It's not like she bears any responsibility for placing their civil liberties under attack, right? Are the poor and the underclass being used as human shields when it comes to Covid-19? Martin Cothran says the elites seem to have no problem with allowing blue collar workers to be the guinea pigs that will build up the population immunity. I'm sure we're all hoping for a relatively drama-free election next Tuesday. At the same time, Walmart appears to be taking no chances. The retail giant has removed guns and ammo from the shelves of its stores across the nation. The over-politicization of everything is adding to our already challenging circumstances. It's undermining our trust in our institutions and impoverishing us in most areas of our lives. Daniel Rothschild reminds us that it doesn't have to be like this. On the bright side, our days of worrying about global warming seem to be behind us. Of course, if you still need something climate-related to fret over, there's always cold climate change. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/loving-liberty/support
In this episode, Shane sits down with Memoria Press veteran, Martin Cothran to talk about his experience in the field of classical education. You'll hear about his first interactions with G.K. Chesterton and the foundations for his series "Traditional Logic".
Martin Cothran, editor, Classical Teacher Memoria Press
Renee Shaw and guests discuss sports betting. Scheduled guests: State Rep. Adam Koenig, (R) Erlanger, chair of the House Licensing, Occupations and Administrative Regulations Committee; State Rep. Al Gentry, (D) Louisville; Martin Cothran, Family Foundation of Kentucky; and Richard Dawahare, a Lexington attorney.
Renee Shaw and guests discuss sports betting. Scheduled guests: State Rep. Adam Koenig, (R) Erlanger, chair of the House Licensing, Occupations and Administrative Regulations Committee; State Rep. Al Gentry, (D) Louisville; Martin Cothran, Family Foundation of Kentucky; and Richard Dawahare, a Lexington attorney.
How do we know when we've overstepped technology in the classical educational environment? Don’t we need to raise "real world" ready kids? Martin Cothran argues that today’s schools - and parents - are actually raising “Windows" ready kids, to the detriment of their ability to focus. Listen in to hear about the latest technological trends in education and how to respond in the classroom and the home.
Today I chat with Martin Cothran, director of the Classical Latin School Association, editor of Memoria Press' ''Classical Teacher'' magazine, and the author several books for private and homeschools. Mr. Cothran provides a brief introduction to the idea of Classical Education and the history of American education. Referenced in Today's Episode: Classical Latin School Association Memoria Press Please feel free to contact Noah with any questions or inquiries: noahtetzner@gmail.com
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In this episode, Mystie and Brandy talk with Martin Cothran from Memoria Press. Martin is known for (among other things) his knowledge of forgotten classics – really good books almost no one remembers. It was our pleasure to discuss with Martin the nature of these books and how to find them. *** Click here to get the show notes for today's episode. (This is where you get the booklist download!) Don't forget to find us on Facebook! Click here to follow us on Instagram! And did you know we have a monthly newsletter? Click here and scroll to the bottom to sign up!
Renee Shaw and guests discuss sports betting. Scheduled guests: Martin Cothran, senior policy analyst for The Family Foundation of Kentucky; State Rep. John Sims, D-Flemingsburg; Stan Cave, Lexington Attorney; and State Rep. Adam Koenig, R-Erlanger, Licensing, Occupations, & Administration Regulations Committee Chair.
Renee Shaw and guests discuss sports betting. Scheduled guests: Martin Cothran, senior policy analyst for The Family Foundation of Kentucky; State Rep. John Sims, D-Flemingsburg; Stan Cave, Lexington Attorney; and State Rep. Adam Koenig, R-Erlanger, Licensing, Occupations, & Administration Regulations Committee Chair.
Renee Shaw and her guests discuss education. Scheduled guests: Tom Shelton, executive director of the Kentucky Association of School Superintendents; Brigitte Blom Ramsey, executive director of the Prichard Committee for Academic Excellence; Martin Cothran, senior policy analyst for The Family Foundation of Kentucky; and Jim Waters, president and CEO of the Bluegrass Institute for Public Policy Solutions.
Renee Shaw and her guests discuss education. Scheduled guests: Tom Shelton, executive director of the Kentucky Association of School Superintendents; Brigitte Blom Ramsey, executive director of the Prichard Committee for Academic Excellence; Martin Cothran, senior policy analyst for The Family Foundation of Kentucky; and Jim Waters, president and CEO of the Bluegrass Institute for Public Policy Solutions.
Listen in to this exciting episode from our L@L archives as Leigh Bortins interviews Martin Cothran! Martin is the author of Traditional Logic, Books I and II, as well as Classical Rhetoric with Aristotle, both published by Memoria Press. He is also Latin, logic and rhetoric instructor at Highlands Latin School in Louisville, Kentucky and is Master Teacher at Mars Hill, Lexington. In addition to being editor-in-chief of Classical Teacher magazine, he serves as senior policy analyst for The Family Foundation of Kentucky, where he directs legislative and media relations and is a frequent guest on political and cultural issues on radio and television in his home state of Kentucky. He holds a B.A. in economics and philosohpy from the University of California, Santa Barbara, and an M.A. degree in Christian Apologetics from the Simon Greenleaf School (now part of Trinity University. He lives with his wife and four children in Danville, Kentucky.
It's the final podcast of 2017! I don't have an awesome way to track people who actually listen to these episodes, but if you did, thank you very much. It is kind of fun to do anyway, so even if no one listens, I still enjoy it. Today's episode is kind of random. I had a few leftover Christmas articles and a few other articles I thought were interesting. Have a very Happy New Year! 1. We Need Christmas More Than Ever by James Robison from The Stream 2. Charles Schulz's Pushback Against Secularism by Martin Cothran from Intellectual Takeout 3. What Is the Historical Evidence That Jesus Christ Lived and Died? by Dr. Simon Gathercole from The Guardian 4. Students Claim They've Created Browser Extension Measuring How Much 'Fake News' You're Reading by Jared Sichel from The Daily Wire 5. 'Gaming Disorder' May Get Classified As a Mental Health Condition — Here's What That Means by Kevin Loria from Business Insider All music from Audionautix.com.
This week on the podcast is highly focused on education. I'm not sure why, but I guess those are just the articles I happened to come across. I hope you enjoy it! 1. How Music and Shakespeare Turned Around a Failing School by Annie Holmquist from Intellectual Takeout 2. How Books Designed for Soldiers’ Pockets Changed Publishing Forever by Cara Giaimo from Atlas Obscura 3. What Da Vinci Can Teach Us about Education by Martin Cothran from Intellectual Takeout 4. Tell Me What You Read, And I’ll Tell You Who You Are by Zat Rana from Medium 5 Text Messages: 'Pro-Life' Congressman Allegedly Tells Woman He Had Affair With To Abort Their Child by Amanda Prestigiacomo from The Daily Wire All music courtesy of Audionautix.com.
When we are clear in the direction we are headed in our children's history studies, know the time period and the order and the streams to cover, what books will we use to explore those unfathomable numbers of events and characters in history? Is a spine necessary? What is the real value of a biography? How much should we be concerned about the historical accuracy of the account we are reading? Explore these ideas with us in this episode. Listen Now: If you are seeing this message, please make sure you are using the most current version of your web browser: Internet Explorer 9, Firefox, Chrome "[B]ut let the mother beware: there is nothing which calls for more delicate tact and understanding sympathy with the children than this apparently simple matter of choosing their lesson-books, and especially, perhaps, their lesson-books in history." (Vol. 1, pg. 289) "We know that young people are enormously interested in the subject and give concentrated attention if we give them the right books." (Vol. 6, pg. ) "The knowledge of children so taught is consecutive, intelligent and complete as far as it goes, in however many directions." (Vol. 6, pg. 158) "In Form IV the children are promoted to Gardiner's Student's History of England, clear and able, but somewhat stiffer than that they have hitherto been engaged upon." (Vol. 6, pg. 176) "Of all the pleasant places in the world of mind, I do not know that any are more delightful than those in the domain of History. Have you ever looked through a kinetoscope? Many figures are there, living and moving, dancing, walking in procession, whatever they happened to be doing at the time the picture was taken. History is a little like that, only much more interesting, because in these curious living photographs the figures are very small and rather dim, and most attentive gazing cannot make them clearer; now, History shows you its personages, clothed as they were clothed, moving, looking, speaking, as they looked, moved, and spoke, engaged in serious matters or in pleasures; and, the longer you look at any one person, the more clearly he stands out until at last he may become more real to you than the people who live in your own home." (Vol. 4, pg. 36) "The fatal mistake is in the notion that he must learn 'outlines,' or a baby edition of the whole history of England, or of Rome, just as he must cover the geography of all the world. Let him, on the contrary, linger pleasantly over the history of a single man, a short period, until he thinks the thoughts of that man, is at home in the ways of that period. Though he is reading and thinking of the lifetime of a single man, he is really getting intimately acquainted with the history of a whole nation for a whole age." (Vol. 1, pg. 280) "Literature is dangerous--except when taken in large doses." --Martin Cothran (quoted here.) America Begins, Alice Dalgliesh America Builds Homes, Alice Dalgliesh And There Was America, Roger Duvoisin Land of the Free, Enid LaMonte Meadowcroft D'Aulaire Picture Biographies Gerald Johnson's A History for Peter: America is Born (Volume 1) America Grows Up (Volume 2) America Moves Forward (Volume 3) Dorothy Mills' History Books, Reprints available as well Paul Johnson's Histories Barbara Tuchman's Histories Basic History of the United States, Clarence Carson The Silent Storm, Marion Marsh Brown and Ruth Crone Isaac Newton, Harry Sootin (Contains affiliate links) A wonderful resource with reviews of living books series, See especially Messner Biographies, Signature Series, Garrard History Series Books, and Landmark Books
What might a dad's role be in a read-aloud home? And how can books shape our boys into the men we hope they'll become? On today's show, Martin Cothran from Memoria Press chats with me about just that. Scroll down to listen. In this episode, you'll hear: advice for homeschool dadshis standards for choosing bookswhy stories are made to be heard P.S. If you aren't getting email updates about all the crazy wonderful things we have happening at the Revival in 2016, go here and pop your email into the page. Over 23,000 others already do. Click the play button below: More free resources & booklists Get the best episodes and reources from the Read-Aloud Revival Keep an eye on your inbox! We'll keep you posted whenever we have a new podcast episode or a great free booklist or resource for you. There was an error submitting your subscription. Please try again. Email Address I'd like to receive the free email course. Yes! Powered by ConvertKit /* Layout */ .ck_form.ck_minimal { /* divider image */ background: #f9f9f9; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, Verdana, sans-serif; line-height: 1.5em; overflow: hidden; color: #666; font-size: 16px; border: solid 1px #d1d1d1; -webkit-box-shadow: none; -moz-box-shadow: none; box-shadow: none; clear: both; margin: 20px 0px; text-align: center; } .ck_form.ck_minimal h3.ck_form_title { text-align: center; margin: 0px 0px 10px; font-size: 28px; } .ck_form.ck_minimal h4 { text-align: center; font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 18px; font-weight: normal; padding-top: 0px; margin-top: 0px; } .ck_form.ck_minimal p { padding: 0px; } .ck_form, .ck_form * { -webkit-box-sizing: border-box; -moz-box-sizing: border-box; box-sizing: border-box; } .ck_form.ck_minimal .ck_form_fields { width: 100%; float: left; padding: 5%; } /* Form fields */ .ck_errorArea { display: none; /* temporary */ } #ck_success_msg { padding: 10px 10px 0px; border: solid 1px #ddd; background: #eee; } .ck_form.ck_minimal input[type="text"], .ck_form.ck_minimal input[type="email"] { font-size: 18px; padding: 10px 8px; width: 68%; border: 1px solid #d6d6d6; /* stroke */ -moz-border-radius: 3px; -webkit-border-radius: 3px; border-radius: 3px; /* border radius */ background-color: #fff; /* layer fill content */ margin-bottom: 5px; height: auto; float: left; margin: 0px; margin-right: 2%; height: 42px; } .ck_form input[type="text"]:focus, .ck_form input[type="email"]:focus { outline: none; border-color: #aaa; } .ck_form.ck_minimal .ck_subscribe_button { width: 100%; color: #fff; margin: 0px; padding: 11px 0px; font-size: 18px; background: #6fc171; -moz-border-radius: 3px; -webkit-border-radius: 3px; border-radius: 3px; /* border radius */ cursor: pointer; border: none; text-shadow: none; width: 30%; float: left; height: 42px; } .ck_form.ck_minimal .ck_guarantee { color: #626262; font-size: 12px; text-align: center; padding: 15px 0px 0px; display: block; clear: both; } .ck_form .ck_powered_by { display: block; color: #aaa; font-size: 12px; } .ck_form .ck_powered_by:hover { display: block; color: #444; } .ck_converted_content { display: none; padding: 5%; background: #fff; } .ck_form.ck_minimal.width400 .ck_subscribe_button, .ck_form.ck_minimal.width400 input[type="email"] { width: 100%; float: none; margin-top: 5px; } .ck_slide_up, .ck_modal, .ck_slide_up .ck_minimal, .ck_modal .ck_minimal { min-width: 400px; } .page .ck_form.ck_minimal { margin: 50px auto; max-width: 600px; }
For this week's podcast we bring you a wonderful 2013 conference talk from Memoria Press's Martin Cothran called Les Miserables vs Schreck: The Difference Between Ironic and Heroic Literature and the Difference It Makes. Modern literature and film have largely abandoned the heroic mode in favor of the ironic. All modern narrative seems to subvert rather than exalt. What is the heroic and how does it differ from the ironic and what are the implications of the answer to this question? Can the modern soul still be reached by a heroic story? To what extent is the ironic story a legitimate narrative form? How have Christian writers responded the modern emphasis on the ironic?As always, click the arrow above to listen, or click here to find this episodes, and all the others, on iTunes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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