The Educational Renaissance Podcast

How do we make the most of books in our curriculum? We think very highly of narration. But what do we do when we're done narrating? Well, this episode explores principles and techniques to help you make the most of books. Links from this episode: School Education , Ch. 15 on "School Books" School Education, Ch. 16 on "How to Use Books" The Educational Renaissance Podcast is...

Rules. Where should you post them? And how many should be posted in your classroom? But what if you didn't have to post classroom rules at all? In this episode, Jason is joined by Patrick and Kolby to consider the role of classroom rules. They debate the matter and explore how habit training can be more effective in shaping the character of students in a formative way. The Educational Renaissa...

Classical educators are familiar with the three modes of persuasion in rhetoric: logos, pathos, and ethos. How can these be applied in the classroom? Kolby is joined by Jason and Patrick to discuss the teaching and learning dynamics in the classroom. Learn how to improve the depth of learning by using the modes of persuasion in the classroom. The Educational Renaissance Podcast is a production of...

In this episode, hear from Jeremy Mann, Head of School at The Field School in Chicago, Illinois. Learn about a classical Christian school that emphasizes accessibility and diversity. Located in the Austin neighborhood on Chicago's West Side, The Field School offers a classical Christian education using a Charlotte Mason pedagogy. Learn about this inspiring school and gain insight for your own...

Can students do better quality work when they slow their pace? Well, in this episode Kolby, Jason and Patrick discuss Cal Newport's book Slow Productivity to apply the central principles of his book to the classroom environment. Learn about doing fewer things, working at a natural pace and obsessing over quality. Discussed in this episode: Cal Newport, Slow Productivity The Educational Renaiss...

Have you ever wondered if Charlotte Mason pedagogy is compatible with classical education? In this episode, Patrick is joined by Jason and Kolby to discuss the points of intersection between Mason and classical education. The Educational Renaissance Podcast is a production of ⁠Educational Renaissance⁠  where we promote a rebirth of ancient wisdom for the modern era. We seek to inspire educators by...

In this episode, hear from Jason Fletcher, Headmaster at Heritage School in Cambridge, England. Learn about a school that has implemented a phone-free school program for almost two decades. We discuss the philosophical and pedagogical principles that promote a phone-free school environment. Get inspired to implement a phone-free program at your school. Links from this episode: ⁠ Heritage School "U...

In this episode of the Educational Renaissance Podcast, we discuss the role authority plays in the office of the teacher. Learn how to handle authority by creating a warm and orderly atmosphere in the classroom. Kolby, Jason and Patrick discuss philosophical perspectives as well as practical approaches that can be taken by new and seasoned teachers. The Educational Renaissance Podcast is a product...

As we wrap up the year, this episode features a talk Dr. Patrick Egan delivered at the Spring Benefit for Tall Oaks Academy in Kenosha, Wisconsin. He considers how the advent of the classical Christian education renewal movement in the 1990s connects to the emergence of the new economy around the same time. The Educational Renaissance Podcast is a production of Educational Renaissance where we pro...

Improve the quality of responses you get from students with the "right is right" technique from Teach Like a Champion. Jason is joined by Kolby and Patrick to discuss this essential classroom technique. Learn how to implement this technique and understand the underlying principles that will help you take your classroom to the next level of excellence. The Educational Renaissance Podcast is a produ...

The foundation of a deep education is living ideas. Learn what Charlotte Mason has to say about the role of living ideas with insights brought to bear from Plato and Mortimer Adler. Kolby, Jason and Patrick discuss ideas from the vantage point of educational philosophy and then provide some practical tips for you to apply living ideas in your classroom. The Educational Renaissance Podcast is a pro...

In this episode, we welcome Tami Peterson to the Educational Renaissance Podcast. As founder of Life Architects, Tami Peterson leads college guidance workshops for individual, families and school. Learn about vocational discipleship and the landscape of college admissions today. Links from this episode: Life Architects The Educational Renaissance Podcast is a production of Educational Renaissance ...

Are you ready to overcome the dreaded handbook? Listen to Jason Barney explain how to upgrade your school's handbook to make it inspirational and practical. The Educational Renaissance Podcast is a production of Educational Renaissance where we promote a rebirth of ancient wisdom for the modern era. We seek to inspire educators by fusing the best of modern research with the insights of the great p...

In this week's episode Kolby Atchison talks about "Equipping Disciple-Making Teachers." From his talk at the 2024 SCL Conference in National Harbor, MD, he shares how to train and equip teachers to confidently share their faith and help their students take steps towards Christlikeness. The Educational Renaissance Podcast is a production of Educational Renaissance where we promote a rebirth of anci...

Take a virtual journey down under to learn more about what is happening with classical Christian education in Australia. Dr. Patrick Egan talks with Kon Bouzikos, president of Australian Classical Education Society. Gain insights into the seven schools spread across Australia and the efforts that go into keeping the movement well coordinated and resourced. Links from this episode: Australian Class...

You may have a phone policy for students, but is it strong enough to meet the demands of your educational model? In this episode, Jason, Patrick and Kolby discuss how to implement a phone-free school policy. They delve deeply into Jonathan Haidt's latest book The Anxious Generation . Gain insights into the harms phones pose for children and adolescents while also shaping a positive and inspira...

What does it take to enable students to cultivate one of the most powerful abilities in an age marked by distraction? Listen to Patrick, Jason and Kolby discuss how to implement practical skills in the classroom that will help your students grow as attentive learners. The Educational Renaissance Podcast is a production of Educational Renaissance where we promote a rebirth of ancient wisdom for the...

A profound, yet simple way to incorporate beauty in your curriculum is picture study. Kolby, Patrick and Jason talk about Charlotte Mason's method of picture study, giving practical tips for classroom teachers across the grade levels. The Educational Renaissance Podcast is a production of Educational Renaissance where we promote a rebirth of ancient wisdom for the modern era. We seek to inspir...

In this episode, Patrick, Jason and Kolby explore the life and thought of Aristotle. In particular, they focus on his insights into forming moral character especially through training students in logic and rhetoric. Learn how our educational renewal movement today owes so much to Aristotle's thoughts from centuries ago. The Educational Renaissance Podcast is a production of Educational Renaiss...

In this episode, we welcome Jeffrey Andre to the Educational Renaissance Podcast. As Dean at the Ecclesial School at Saint Alban’s, Jeff helped launch the Ecclesial Schools Initiative, an exciting network of sustainable and accessible schools providing classical Christian education for children of diverse social and economic backgrounds, at affordable tuition. Learn about what it means to provide...

What is truly at the heart of education? In this episode, Jason, Kolby and Patrick delve into the life and thought of Augustine, particularly focusing on the ordo amoris , or the ordering of affections. Learn how we can incorporate the true, good and beautiful in our classrooms to help shape the affections of our students. The Educational Renaissance Podcast is a production of Educational Renaissa...

In this week's episode Dr. Patrick Egan talks about "In Pursuit of Excellence: Connecting Deliberate Practice and the Growth Mindset to Classical Virtue." From his talk at the 2022 SCL Conference in Dallas, TX, he shares about the Christian and classical foundations for virtue and then connects virtue with modern high performance science. Dr. Egan shares examples of best practices to...

In this episode, we welcome Carrie Eben to the Educational Renaissance Podcast. A leading voice in classical curriculum and instruction, Carrie Eben leads workshops for home educators and classical schools. Links from this episode: Classical Eben website The Educational Renaissance Podcast is a production of Educational Renaissance where we promote a rebirth of ancient wisdom for the modern era. W...

School and class performances are part of the regular rhythms of the school year. How can you make the most of performances to train your students in growing their affections, cultivating rhetorical skill and embodying ideas? Listen to gain perspectives on performances as well as practical tips to make the most of your next school performance. The Educational Renaissance Podcast is a production of...

We begin the new year with a review of 2023. Listen to clips from our top episodes from the year on topics ranging from building a culture of excellence in your school to parent partnerships as well as an interview with Charlotte Mason researcher, Deani Van Pelt. We have exciting topics in store for this upcoming year, so stay tuned and subscribe. The Educational Renaissance Podcast is a productio...