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Classical Et Cetera
Join the educators, authors, publishers, and visionaries at Memoria Press to unpack and understand the world of classical education.
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The Secret Blueprint of Classical Education | Keys to Educating Free Thinkers
These week's *Classical Et Cetera* discusses Imitation and Emulation — What are the differences between these educational methods of teaching? How do these…
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Why Lincoln's Gettysburg Address Still Matters | Lessons in Eloquence and Speech
Today's *Classical Et Cetera* is all about rhetoric! What is rhetoric? What is eloquence? And what was it about *Abraham Lincoln's Gettysburg Address* that…
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Families, Reading Hard Books is Good for You! | The Role of Diverse Literature in Critical Thinking
On this episode of *Classical Et Cetera,* the gang sits down to discuss the benefits of reading books that you disagree with—and how engaging with diverse…
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Amplify Excellence Through Classical Education - feat. Andrew Pudewa
Today, Andrew Pudewa, from the Institute for Excellence in Writing joins the table to talk about the current state of the world of Classical Christian…
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How To Win The Battle for Attention and Focus with your Students!
We see you parents and teachers. The struggle for your children's time in a world that capitalizes on their attention is an ever-present reality. So, what do…
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How Memorization, Repetition, and Consistency Lead to Learning Success
In today's episode of Classical Et Cetera, the table sits down to talk about memorization in its place in the framework of a classical Christian education…
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Students aren't just minds. Teach their hearts, too.
In this insightful episode, Jessica, Paul, Tanya, and special guest Jeremy Breland explore how to intentionally shape students' character within and beyond the…
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12 Great Christian Books You Should Read
In the Spring 2024 issue of The Classical Teacher, Martin wrote about 12 great Christian novels. In this episode, we dive deeper into these 12 novels, why…
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Homeschool Advice, Encouragement, and Support at the Memoria Press Homeschooling Conference 2024!
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…
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Homeschool Plans for the Summer! | School, Rest, Curriculum and More!
School is out for the summer! There's a lot of ways to spend a day this summer and a lot of ideas on how to make the most of your vacation plans, bucket list…
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The Characteristics Of Good Teaching | What Are The Qualities of a Great Teacher?
What makes a great teacher? What essential qualities, skills, attitudes, and perspectives turn good teachers into amazing educators? Today, on Classical Et…
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Hold the Line Homeschool! | Setting Classroom Expectations for Management and Organization
In this episode, we're talking about setting clear expectations in the classroom and in homeschool contexts. The table sits down with Tara Luse to talk about…
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What If Everyone Had A Classical Education? | Why Homeschool Classically with Memoria Press
On this episode of the Classical et Cetera podcast, the table sits down to talk about what the world might look like if everyone could benefit from a classical…
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How To Change The School System | Parental Involvement in Children's Education
On today's episode of Classical Et Cetera, the table sits down to talk about parent involvement in education. What tools do parents need to confidently engage…
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What Have We Done to the Fine Arts? Is It Just an Elective?
Professor Carol is back in this episode of Classical Et Cetera to talk about the importance of studying the fine arts and music and its role in a classical…
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Contextualization & The Memoria Press Classical Curriculum
In this episode, Jessica, Paul, and Kathy discuss the importance of contextualization in classical education, sharing personal anecdotes and insights gained…
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Liberal Arts and Humanities: What's the Difference?
Check the description for a special offer! Step into the conversation as we delve into the nuances between liberal arts and humanities within the realm of…
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Tips for Challenging Students | How We Find Ways to MOTIVATE Gifted Learners
On this episode of Classical Et Cetera, Tara Luse, principal of Highlands Latin Spring Meadows and classroom management expert, joins us at the table to talk…
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Why Should We Study Greek Classical Literature? | The Iliad & Odyssey's Influence on Today's World
Come with us as we dive into the heart of Classical Greek culture on this episode of Classical Et Cetera, as we focuse on the timeless epics of Homer: The…
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Big Wins, Bigger Lessons in Classical Education
Today Memoria Press dives into another episode of Classical Et Cetera to share personal stories from the home and classroom about the trials and triumphs of…
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The Books That Changed Us: Life Changing Books To Transform Your World
Dive into a captivating episode of the Classical, Etc. podcast, where host Jessica Gardner, alongside guests Martin and Tanya, delve into the must-read books…
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Meaningful Classic Short Stories For Kids! | Book Club Recommendations in Literary Fiction!
Looking for a new book, a contemporary classic, or recommendations for short stories? We've got you covered! Today the Classical Et Cetera unpacks _The Great…
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Classical Education is NOT SIMPLY Intellectual Development
There's more to a holistic classical education than a heady pursuit of knowledge. Education isn't just about intellectual development, it's about forming…
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MAKE the Switch to Memoria Press! (it doesn't have to be hard)
You can make a seamless transition to Memoria Press! In this discussion, we explore the misconceptions surrounding the transition, offering valuable insights…
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Memoria Press Is Home Educating In The UK! | Classical Curriculum Around The World!
Our founder, Cheryl Lowe, began binding and selling her own Latin books in the 1990s to make classical education accessible for young students. Now, we have…
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Balancing The Memoria Press Classical Core Curriculum? Let's Talk About It
On today's episode the team is back to talk about the Memoria Press curriculum packages, specifically when the sheer amount educational material in those…
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Reason & Faith: A Cultural Conversation About Classical Education
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…
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You Asked, We Answered: WHY Classical Education? - How to EXPLAIN to Your Children
Join us in this insightful episode as we delve into the world of classical education and its impact on high school students. In response to Marian's question…
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HOW Memoria Press Picks the BEST Literature for Its Christian Homeschool Curriculum
On this episode of the Classical Et Cetera podcast, the table takes it back to the basics with an episode that covers how Memoria Press reviews, analyzes…
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The Christmas Story You’ve NEVER HEARD OF with Classical Et Cetera!
Merry Christmas from Memoria Press and Classical Et Cetera! Today on the podcast, the gang swaps presents (Paul left his knife at home) and explores a little…
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Unlock the Joy of Lifelong Learning | Embrace Your Natural Curiosity!
Join special guest Stephanie Crosby and the usual suspects of Classical Et Cetera for an episode that explores the wonders of lifelong learning. Martin, Tanya…
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How A JOURNEY to LEARN Ancient Greek Changed His Understanding of the English Language
If I'm going to study a classical language, should I take lessons in Latin or Greek? How can learning ancient languages change my view of the world? Where can…
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Do YOU Have What It Takes? | Why Moving To A Classical Education Model Is Challenging!
Picture it. You're a school administrator or homeschool parent eager to take your school and students into the world of classical education. You've read the…
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Memoria Press Has an ANNOUNCEMENT | Pastors, Teachers, & Classical Education
On today's episode, Memoria Press is announcing some big changes to Classical Et Cetera. We're also talking about the role that churches and pastors hold when…
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This is What Smart Schools Do To Build COMMUNITY For Kids, Teachers, and Parents!
Why doesn't my child want to go to school? What are the key ingredients to building a community out of your school or homeschool? How do we improve the current…
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Becoming a Classical Educator with Memoria Press
Memoria Press features a classical Christian curriculum that provides the tools for mastering the liberal arts and the Great Books. But what if the teacher of…
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G. K. Chesterton & C. S. Lewis: Heroes of Classical Education?
G.K. Chesterton and C.S. Lewis are two of the most prolific authors in the world of Christian literature and Classical Education. But do they belong, and would…
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How To Prepare Students For The Next Level
Today we're talking about how a teacher and their students must prepare to navigate the transitions and challenges from one grade to the next. Each school year…
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School Year Rituals: How To Prepare For After Summer Vacation
Today we're talking about the rituals we have in our schools and homeschools and how those rituals set us up to start the school year strong and prepare our…
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East of Eden Review - Beyond the Book | SPOILERS | Discussion, Questions, & Summary
Book review episode! And today its fiction. In this episode Classical Et Cetera explores East of Eden by John Steinbeck. We review the book (there will be…
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Classical Education vs Liberal Arts | Is There REALLY a Difference?
"📚 Classical Education vs Liberal Arts: Exploring Teaching Styles & Content Differences 🎓 Dive into the dynamic world of education as we navigate the…
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We Miss You Shane - Why Learn Latin? Should Latin be the Core of an Education?
On today's episode of the Classical Et Cetera podcast, we have no idea where Shane is. Hopefully he returns to us quickly and safely. And with presents. In the…
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Mythology - Should Students Study Myth?
In this episode, the core four discuss why classical studies is an essential part our our complete curriculum. Learn how we introduce students to classical…
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Teaching Students To Write | Unpacking Classical Composition
A core part of the complete Memoria Press curriculum is the Classical Composition program. Designed to teach students how to write and argue persuasively…
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Reading & Understanding Poetry: Tips For Beginners on How to Read, Enjoy and Love Poems
On this episode of Classical Et Cetera, Shane and the team from Memoria Press sit down to discuss poetry, their favorite poems, the role poetry has in our…
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Teacher Training Seminar Course For Pre Primary Through 12th Grade!
Every summer, Memoria Press kicks off our Teacher Training Conference in Louisville, Kentucky USA to teach teachers in classical Christian schools core…
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Our New Show on Classical Children’s Literature!
Introducing Novel Thoughts, a brand new show to the Memoria Press lineup that unpacks the classical children's literature and literature curriculum from…
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What Happens When Students are Smarter Than Teachers?
It's not a foreign concept nor one that happens all that often either. But which is more important, teacher or student aptitude? How does a teacher keep a…
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Ways To Spend The Summer : My Classical Summer Bucket List 2023
Today we're talking Summer! Specifically, ideas for how to spend a Summer of mindfulness, quality alone time, and activities for your holidays that enrich your…
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Books Under 200 Pages You Should Read | *Spoiler Warning* | O’Connor’s The Lame Shall Enter First
**SPOILER WARNING** The Lame Shall Enter First New books you should read! Today the table is diving into a wonderful book by Flannery O'Connor; a short book…
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Come Check out Our Homeschool Curriculum at the Memoria Press Classical Homeschool Conference!
The 2023 Sodalitas Homeschool Conference is right around the corner! And on this episode of Classical Et Cetera, Shane sits down with three of the conference…
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Understanding the Classical View of Literary Criticism
Today the table sits down to talk about Martin's article "How To Think About Literature". What is the classical approach to literary criticism, and what view…
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Teaching Virtue Ethics Through Classical Education: A Curriculum for Instilling Moral Character
In today's episode Shane sits down to unpack how the Memoria Press curriculum land classical education in general lays an ideal groundwork for instilling moral…
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American History’s Place in a Classical Homeschool
People often ask us about how we include American history in our curriculum, especially in comparison to the history of Ancient Greece and Rome. Should we give…
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How To Enjoy Opera within a Classical Education
Neither Tanya nor Shane enjoy opera like Professor Carol. But, through this episode, Professor Carol shares her love of opera with the table and with you!…
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The When’s, Why’s & How’s of PHILOSOPHY in A Classical Christian Homeschool Education
Students need to learn philosophy during their education. It is a core pillar in developing a child's own perspective on the things that go on in the world…
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A Classical Christian Homeschool Education Might Work for You! CETC LIVE + Q&A
Welcome to Classical Et Cetera LIVE! An episode where Shane and the gang sit down at the Great Homeschool Convention in Cincinnati to make our case for why a…
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Tips for Starting Your Own Private School with the Memoria Press Homeschool Curriculum
Interested in starting your own classical school? Think that private education based in foundations of truth, goodness and beauty is the way to go? The Memoria…
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How MP Homeschool Curriculum Improves Behavior Management at Home and In the Classroom
Classical Curriculum helps in more ways than just what a student is practically learning. It extends into how a classroom conducts itself in both a school and…
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Art And Classical Education | Homeschool Curriculum Sneak Peak! @ 15 Minutes
Today, Shane sits down to unpack A Classical History of Art, a new course from Memoria Press that traces the lines of how the tenants of truth, goodness, and…