Dr. Steven Bourgeois and Mr. Ross Miller

The Old School

Education EN ↓ 170 episodes

Dr. Steven Bourgeois and Mr. Ross Miller lead an informal discussion between a current and a former teacher on topics that challenge "best practices" in contemporary education. In keeping with Neil Postman (1979), we support the conserving function of education: “Its aim at all times is to make visible the prevailing biases of a culture and then, by employing whatever philosophies of education are available, to oppose them.”

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Dr. Steven Bourgeois and Mr. Ross Miller

Episodes

Episode 45: European Travel Part 2 17.07.2022 50:24

Episode 44: European Travel Part 1 02.07.2022 47:39

Dr. Bourgeois and Mr. Miller provide playful banter as they travel through Germany, Switzerland, and Liechtenstein. Musical credit: "Blithe and Bonny" Steven Bourgeois From Presence (2005) ©2017 All rights reserved

Episode 43: On Student Exchanges 04.06.2022 48:17

Dr. Bourgeois and Mr. Miller reflect on previous student exchange programs, highlighting the benefits and challenges. Musical credit: "Everything Happens to Me" Steven Bourgeois (piano) and Jim Bourgeois (electric piano) From Thinking of You ©2017 All rights reserved

Episode 42 On Tutoring and Videos for Advanced Placement Tests 09.05.2022 39:23

Mr. Miller and Dr. Bourgeois weigh the costs and benefits of Advanced Placement courses, tutoring, and test prep. Musical credit: "Exit" Steven Bourgeois From Out of the Darkness

Episode 41: Preliminary Thoughts on the End of the School Year 18.04.2022 35:32

Dr. Bourgeois and Mr. Miller make preliminary comments on how school years eventually end. Musical credit: "Thinking of Your" Steven Bourgeois (piano) and Jim Bourgeois (electric piano) From Thinking of You ©2017 All rights reserved

Episode 40: On Teaching Foreign Languages 20.03.2022 42:43

Episode 39: On the Great Retirement 06.03.2022 44:17

Mr. Miller and Dr. Bourgeois take a new perspective on what has been termed "the great retirement" of teachers in recent years. They examine teacher autonomy as a factor that may supersede issues relating to instructional technology and current events. Musical credit: "It Never Entered My Mind" Steven Bourgeois (piano) and Jim Bourgeois (electric piano) From Thinking of You ©2017 All rights reser...

Episode 38: On Perceptions of the Teaching Profession 12.02.2022 42:26

Mr. Miller and Dr. Bourgeois discuss perceptions the teaching profession and the status of teachers in the United States. Musical credit: "Rock Myself" Steven Bourgeois From Presence (2005) ©All rights reserved

Episode 37: On Parents and What is Taught 31.01.2022 45:29

Mr. Miller and Dr. Bourgeois enter dangerous ground, discussing the role of parents in curricular choices. Musical credit: "Track 16" Steven Bourgeois From Out of the Darkness (2004) ©All rights reserved

Episode 36: On Tired Teachers 13.01.2022 40:45

Dr. Bourgeois and Mr. Miller theorize on why teachers lose energy after spending 18-odd weeks in the classroom entertaining students. Reflections just prior to Christmas Break. Musical credit: "Track 7" Steven Bourgeois From Out of the Darkness (2004) ©All rights reserved

Episode 35: On School Counseling with Wes Upton 29.12.2021 43:42

Dr. Bourgeois and Mr. Miller are joined by Mr. Wes Upton, a high school counselor, on advanced coursework, college preparation, and career pathways. Musical credit: "Track 2" Steven Bourgeois From Out of the Darkness (2004) ©All rights reserved

Episode 34: On Advanced Placement Courses 11.12.2021 32:39

Dr. Bourgeois and Mr. Miller consider the pros and cons of advanced high school coursework including Advanced Placement (AP) and dual enrollment. Musical credit: "Track 4" Steven Bourgeois From Out of the Darkness (2004) ©All rights reserved

Episode 33: On School Holidays 24.11.2021 27:23

Episode 32: On Classroom Discourse with Dr. Matthew Post 09.11.2021 39:42

Dr. Bourgeois and Mr. Miller welcome Dr. Matthew Post of the University of Dallas for a continuation of their discussion on classroom discourse. Musical credit: "Track 11" Steven Bourgeois From Out of the Darkness (2004) ©All rights reserved

Episode 31: On Class Discussions 29.10.2021 43:02

Episode 30: On Dress Codes 09.10.2021 36:40

Mr. Miller and Dr. Bourgeois navigate the precarious waters of school dress codes. Musical credit: "Thinking of Your" Steven Bourgeois (piano) and Jim Bourgeois (electric piano) From Thinking of You ©2017 All rights reserved

Episode 29: On Student Voice with Dr. Larry Nyland 18.09.2021 34:02

Dr. Bourgeois and Mr. Miller welcome Dr. Larry Nyland, former Superintendent of Seattle Public Schools, to a discussion on student voice. Musical credit: "Skylark" Steven Bourgeois (piano) and Jim Bourgeois (electric piano) From Thinking of You ©2017 All rights reserved

Episode 28: On 9 /11 11.09.2021 25:38

Mr. Miller and Dr. Bourgeois reflect on their time in the classroom on September 11, 2001.

Episode 27: On the First Day of School 04.09.2021 40:29

Dr. Bourgeois and Mr. Miller reflect on the first day of a school year and all such a momentous occasion entails. Musical credit: "Good Morning Heartache" Steven Bourgeois (piano) and Jim Bourgeois (electric piano) From Thinking of You ©2017 All rights reserved

Episode 26: On School Athletics (and the Colts) 22.08.2021 38:19

Episode 25: On Motivation and Learning 11.08.2021 37:05

Dr. Bourgeois and Mr. Miller discuss how teachers and parents can foster or thwart quality motivation of children. Musical credit: "Dark Places Part II" Steven Bourgeois From Presence (2005) ©All rights reserved

Episode 24: On US History and the Great North 29.07.2021 39:24

Episode 23: On Learning Styles 19.07.2021 40:56

Dr. Bourgeois and Mr. Miller tackle the controversial issue of learning styles, identifying unintended consequences. Specifically, they address how the idea of learning styles has become embedded in teacher education programs, teacher certification exams, teacher evaluations, and textbooks. Musical credit: "Rock Myself" Steven Bourgeois From Presence ©2005 All rights reserved

Episode 22: On Liberal Arts 04.07.2021 47:36

Episode 21: On homework 29.06.2021 36:50