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Hillsdale College K-12 Classical Education Podcast

Hillsdale College K-12 Classical Education Podcast
Classical Education
Hillsdale College
Children's Literature
Education
The Wind In the Willows
Friendship
School Uniforms
Human Nature
Nursery Rhymes
Literary Education
Atlanta Classical Academy
Cincinnati Classical Academy
School Culture
Seven Oaks Classical School
Poetic Knowledge
Socratic Questioning
Tried & True Pedagogy
College Admissions Process
Student Resources
Moral Imagination

A 20-minute podcast featuring professors, K-12 teachers, and friends of Hillsdale College, all speaking about classical education—what it is, why it’s still relevant today, and what makes it unique. Hosted by Scot Bertram.

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Latest Episodes

Kathleen O’Toole, associate vice president for K-12 Education at Hillsdale College, is joined by James Hankins to discuss the first volume of his co-authored series of textbooks, The Golden Thread: A History of the Western Tradition, and the importan... more

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Julie Apel, assistant headmaster at Hillsdale Academy in Hillsdale, Michigan, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss Hillsdale’s Master Teacher Program, what makes a teacher a master teacher, and how the program aligns with classical education principles... more

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John Peterson, assistant director of curriculum at Hillsdale College's K-12 Education Office, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the concept of history as rhetoric, the importance of speeches and arguments in history, and how the American education s... more

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Vivian Stewart, a student at Hillsdale College and graduate of Atlanta Classical Academy in Atlanta, Georgia, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss how her experience at a liberal arts school prepared her to study at Hillsdale, building friendships in ... more

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Recent Guests

John Peterson
Assistant Director of Curriculum for Hillsdale College's K-12 Education Office, Lecturer in Education and Politics
Hillsdale College
Episode: Beyond Mere Fact: The Rhetorical Nature of History
Vivian Stewart
Freshman at Hillsdale College from Atlanta, Georgia, and formerly a student at Atlanta Classical Academy.
Hillsdale College
Episode: From Hillsdale K-12 to Hillsdale College: Vivian Stewart and Atlanta Classical Academy
Julie Apel
Assistant Headmaster at Hillsdale Academy
Hillsdale Academy
Episode: Classical Education 101
Abigail Teska
Lower and upper school art teacher at Seven Oaks Classical School
Seven Oaks Classical School
Episode: Mastering Art: Using Narration to Boost Engagement and Mastery
Christopher Nadon
Former professor at Claremont McKenna College and Trinity College, who writes on the character and history of Republican government understood as self-rule.
Episode: Kathleen O'Toole & Christopher Nadon: The Tension between "Lived Experience" and Student Learning
Stephen Cox
Founding board member for Thomas Moore Classical School
Thomas Moore Classical School
Episode: Starting a Classical School In Alaska
Gabrielle Lewis
Teacher Support Lead and Core Virtues Director at Hillsdale College's K-12 office
Hillsdale College
Episode: Cultivating the Moral Imagination Through Stories: An Introduction to Core Virtues
Dr. Daniel Higgins
Co-founder of the Self Authoring and Understand Myself programs
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Episode: Dr. Kathleen O'Toole Discusses Self Authoring for High School Students with Dr. Daniel Higgins
Dr. Andrew Russell
Associate Professor of Biology at Hillsdale College
Hillsdale College
Episode: Anti-Aging Research and its Implications

Host

Scot Bertram
Host of the Hillsdale College K-12 Classical Education Podcast, engaged in promoting discussions on classical education and its relevance today.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 195 ratings
  • Teaching Over Telling

    In the paraphrased words of Dr. Arne, ‘Hillsdale doesn’t tell its students what to think. Hillsdale teaches its students how to think.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Nesorneb
    United States5 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the emphasis on teaching students how to think critically rather than just what to think.
There is a consistent focus on connecting classical education with moral character development, which resonates positively with the audience.

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Modeling Excellent Instruction: Hillsdale’s Master Teacher Program
Q: If our listeners want to access some of that advice, how can they do that?
Listeners can visit the K-12 website for resources and check out the Classical Classroom Blog written by master teachers.
Modeling Excellent Instruction: Hillsdale’s Master Teacher Program
Q: What's expected of these master teachers over the course of a school year?
Master teachers participate in discussions, contribute to resource sharing, and present at conferences, all while maintaining their primary teaching responsibilities.
Modeling Excellent Instruction: Hillsdale’s Master Teacher Program
Q: How does the master teacher program help to support the work of the Hillsdale College K-twelve office?
The program acts as an extension of the teacher support team, providing coaching and resources while also fostering mutual growth.
Modeling Excellent Instruction: Hillsdale’s Master Teacher Program
Q: What kind of a person would make an excellent master teacher?
An excellent master teacher continuously refines their craft, cares deeply for their students, and understands the broader impact of their teaching.
From Hillsdale K-12 to Hillsdale College: Vivian Stewart and Atlanta Classical Academy
Q: What about time management?
Vivian shared her struggles with time management in the new college environment and adapting to a more flexible schedule.

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Content focuses on classical education, emphasizing its foundational principles, relevance in today's society, and the methodologies used in K-12 settings. Episodes feature discussions about establishing classical schools, teaching techniques, and the importance of moral education which is often integrated with literature and the arts. Noteworthy is the commitment to nurturing students' moral character alongside academic excellence, advocating that such education is crucial for preparing responsible citizens. The diverse range of guests, including educators and psychologists, brings a variety of perspectives on classical teaching practices and their impacts on student development.

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1. John Peterson
2. Vivian Stewart
3. Julie Apel
4. Abigail Teska
5. Christopher Nadon
6. Stephen Cox
7. Gabrielle Lewis
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