David Diener

Classical Essentials: Are We Aiming Too Low? The True Goal of Education with Dr. David Diener

February 18, 2025 Classical Christian, Top Ten

Welcome to Classical Essentials, a special Best of Basecamp Live series! Over the years, we’ve had incredible conversations unpacking the foundational ideas of classical Christian education. In this series, we’re bringing back some of the most popular and essential episodes to help parents, educators, and school leaders better understand the core principles that make this movement so impactful. In this episode, Dr….

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Beyond Digital Natives: Fostering Depth in the Classroom w/ Dr. David Diener

April 17, 2024 Discourses

Episode Summary: In this episode of BaseCamp Live, Davies and Dr. David Diener discuss how technology has changed education and why classical education is important for this cultural moment. Dr. Diener emphasizes that classical education plays a crucial role in fostering critical thinking and adaptability, essential skills for navigating the complexities of the modern age….

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Choosing Books in a Digital World w/ David Diener

March 1, 2023 Classical Christian, Discourses

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 withstood the test of time. However, in today’s world, where screens dominate our daily lives, the act of picking up…

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The Telos of Education with David Diener

February 24, 2022 Classical Christian, Top Ten

Too many people today assume the primary goal of education is to get enough knowledge and training to get to a good college and get a job. Yet classical Christian educators and parents know those goals are too low; college and careers are a given. We are aiming for far more. But what exactly is…

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