Hillsdale College K-12 Classical Education Podcast

Hillsdale College K-12 Classical Education Podcast

Author: Hillsdale College K-12 Classical Education Podcast Language: English Episodes: 100
In each roughly twenty-minute episode of the Hillsdale College K-12 Classical Education Podcast, host Scot Bertram guides a conversation that feels more like a thoughtful discussion among colleagues than a formal lecture. The dialogue brings together the college's own professors, practicing K-12 teachers from its affiliated schools, and other friends of Hillsdale to explore the enduring framework of classical learning. These guests don't just define the tradition in abstract terms; they delve into its practical application in modern classrooms and its profound relevance for students today. You'll hear specific examples of how classical methods shape lessons in literature, history, and civics, fostering a deeper love for truth and beauty beyond standardized testing. This podcast serves as an accessible entry point for parents and educators curious about an education model that prioritizes wisdom and virtue, examining what truly sets this time-honored approach apart. The concise format makes it easy to fit into a daily commute, offering substantive ideas that resonate long after the episode ends.
Episodes
Supporting Art Instruction over Summer Break [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:44
Abigail Teska, art teacher at Seven Oaks Classical School in Ellettsville, Indiana, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss summertime art instruction, simple and meaningful art activities, and how families can engage with gr…
Why Grammar Instruction Matters in Elementary School [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:18
Penny Jenson, dean of lower school at Cincinnati Classical Academy in Cincinnati, Ohio, delivers a lecture on the importance of grammatical instruction during a student's elementary years. This lecture was given at the H…
Supporting P.E. Instruction Over Summer Break [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:50
Przemyslaw Grzesiak, physical education teacher at Hillsdale Academy in Hillsdale, Michigan, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss summertime physical education instruction, how to encourage the spirit of competition, and h…
Why You Should Read and Teach Dante [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:15
Stephen Smith, dean of the humanities and professor of English at Hillsdale College, delivers a lecture on the themes of freedom, education, and leadership in Dante Alighieri’s Divine Comedy. This lecture was given at th…
Supporting Science Instruction Over Summer Break [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:36
Lisa Roberts, science teacher at Hillsdale Academy in Hillsdale, Michigan, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss summertime science instruction, how keeping a journal can help students retain information, and the educationa…
The Principles of Literacy Instruction [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:30
Jennifer Mills, Title I coordinator at Seven Oaks Classical School in Ellettsville, Indiana, delivers a lecture on the importance of phonics as the foundation of literacy. This lecture was given at the Hoogland Center fo…
Supporting History Instruction Over Summer Break [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:16
Bryce Horswell, teacher support lead for Hillsdale College K-12 Education, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss summertime history instruction, summer activities that help improve a student's appreciation of history, and t…
Grammar as a Liberal Art [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 55:31
Benjamin Beier, chairman and associate professor of education at Hillsdale College, delivers a lecture on grammar and the development of the liberal arts. This lecture was given at the Hoogland Center for Teacher Excelle…
Supporting Literature Instruction Over Summer Break [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:15
Sam Foat, dean of upper school at Treasure Coast Classical Academy in Stuart, Florida, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss summertime literature instruction, how to encourage students to read over the summer, and how leis…
The Middle Ages: Their Meaning and Enduring Significance [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:55
Charles C. Yost, assistant professor of medieval history at Hillsdale College, delivers a lecture on how the Middle Ages were instrumental in developing Western Civilization. This lecture was given at the Hoogland Center…