Tag: classical christian education

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Forming Lifelong Readers with Holly Doden

• November 14, 2023
• Tagged as: Asking Questions, classical christian education, Conversations About Books, Courage, Engaging Parents, Engaging Readers, Family, Family Conversations, Feast-Like Atmosphere, Golden Apple, Heidi White, Lifelong Readers, Literature's Power, Making Observations, Modeling Behavior, Morning Basket, Narration, Persisting Through Challenges, Power of Stories, Reading, Sacrifice, Screen-Filled World

Ever wondered how to foster a genuine love for reading in a world dominated by screens? On this episode of Basecamp Live, we’re joined by Holly Doden, a beacon in the world of classical Christian...

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I’ve Got Friends with Christopher Perrin

• October 3, 2023
• Tagged as: Aristotle, Book Club, Cap Resources, classical christian education, community, Conflict Resolution, Fellowship, Intellectual Virtues, Meaningful Relationships, Parent Involvement, Prudence, Recreation, Rest, Virtue Formation, Wisdom of the Ages

Get ready to uncover the profound influence of friendship on classical Christian education with our guest, Dr. Chris Perrin. Embark on this enlightening journey as we dissect the types of friendships defined by Aristotle and...

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Grades That Don’t Grate on You w/ Heather Lloyd

• September 12, 2023
• Tagged as: Academic Mastery, Best Practices, Blind Spots, classical christian education, Coaching, Collaboration, College Admissions, culture, Discovery, Efficiency, Grading, Peer-to-Peer Learning, Safety, Sinner, Soft Grading, Struggling Learner, Student Self-Report, Transcript, virtue, Wisdom

Heather Lloyd, an education expert with over two decades of experience under her belt, graces us with her presence and in-depth knowledge in our latest conversation. We confront the controversial topic of grading in the...

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AI: The Good, Bad, and Hopeful w/ Josh McCroskey

• September 7, 2023
• Tagged as: Academic Integrity, Action Plans, Adfontes Academy, Administrative Tasks, AI, Artificial Intelligence, classical christian education, Content Creation, Creativity Calculator, Debt-Free Higher Education, Digital Technologies, Discernment, Ethical Dilemmas, Josh McCrowsky, Manipulative Media, Pattern Recognition, Propaganda, Refinement of Prompts, Social Media, Uses of AI, Wise Interactions

We’re diving into the future of Artificial Intelligence with Josh McCroskey, the insightful Head of School at Ad Fontes Academy. McCroskey shares his extensive knowledge about the rise of AI, its potential impacts on our...

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What Motivates You (And Your Children?) w/ Jason Barney

• March 21, 2023
• Tagged as: CCE, Charlotte Mason, classical christian education, motivation

In this episode of Basecamp Live, Davies Owens interviews Jason Barney to discuss how to motivate our children and students effectively. The ‘carrot and stick’ approach is all too common, but can lead to burnout....

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Choosing Books in a Digital World w/ David Diener

• March 1, 2023
• Tagged as: Basecamp Live, c.s. lewis, classical christian education, David Diener, great books

As a listener of BaseCamp Live, you likely recognize the significance of reading in shaping our minds, character, and habits. One of the fundamental pillars of any Classical Christian school is reading books that have...

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Modern Questions & Classical Answers w/ Keith McCurdy

• February 21, 2023
• Tagged as: Basecamp Live, BCL, CCE, CCE Questions, classical christian education, FAQ, keith mccurdy, Q&A

What is happening in schools around the country and how have they changed over the past few decades? What dangerous challenges might we face in the near future? Join us for a fascinating conversation on...

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Latest Technology Student Impact w/ Chris McKenna

• February 14, 2023
• Tagged as: Basecamp Live, BCL, CCE, classical christian education, culture, Student Impact, Students, technology

Latest statistics indicate that the average American spends more than seven hours a day looking at a screen with younger Gen Z individuals averaging more than nine hours. Classical Christian schools have the advantage of...

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Fundraising as a Win for Everyone w/ Brad Layland

• February 7, 2023
• Tagged as: Basecamp Live, BCL, CCE, classical christian education, Fundraising

Our schools exist to raise up the next generation to love the true, the good, and the beautiful and to form hearts and minds and shape affections. Parents contribute financially through the tuition they pay,...

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Vocational Discipleship w/ Tami Peterson

• January 24, 2023
• Tagged as: BCL, CCE, classical christian education, college, College Advising, Discipleship, Student, Student Advising, Students, Vocation

There is no doubt classical Christian students are “real world ready” – academically and generally prepared to make wise decisions in a wobbly world. But even the best educated classic Christian students are teenagers who...

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