Orientation in Classical Education: Foundations, History & Effective Teaching
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INTRODUCTION TO CLASSICAL EDUCATION
Lecture 1: A Clear Definition of Classical Education5 Topics|1 Quiz -
Lecture 2: Clear Words for Classical Education4 Topics|1 Quiz
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Lecture 3: To What Shall I Compare Classical Education?3 Topics|1 Quiz
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Lecture 4: Various Models of Classical Education2 Topics|1 Quiz
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Lecture 5: The Major Elements of Classical Education3 Topics|1 Quiz
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Lecture 6: Tracing the History of Classical Education (part one)4 Topics|1 Quiz
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Lecture 7: Why Classical Education?4 Topics|1 Quiz
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Lecture 8: Communal Education (Paideia)4 Topics|1 Quiz
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Lecture 9: Implementing Classical Education5 Topics|1 Quiz
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A BRIEF HISTORY OF CLASSICAL EDUCATIONLecture 10: Classical and Medieval Ideas of Leisure and Learning3 Topics|1 Quiz
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Lecture 11: The History of American Education4 Topics|1 Quiz
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Lecture 12: Education in the Medieval World4 Topics|1 Quiz
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Lecture 13: The History of Ancient Education3 Topics|1 Quiz
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ESSENTIALS OF EFFECTIVE TEACHINGLecture 14: Foundational Principles4 Topics|1 Quiz
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Lecture 15: Aiming at Human Flourishing4 Topics|1 Quiz
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Lecture 16: Meaningful Planning4 Topics|1 Quiz
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Lecture 17: Meaningful Assignments4 Topics|1 Quiz
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Lecture 18: Meaningful Assessments4 Topics|1 Quiz
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Lecture 19: Meaningful and Effective Classrooms4 Topics|1 Quiz
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THE SEVEN LIBERAL ARTSLecture 20: The Seven Liberating Arts3 Topics|1 Quiz
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Lecture 21: The History of the Seven Liberal Arts3 Topics|1 Quiz
Catechism

“The word ‘catechism’ is derived from the Greek word katechaeo, meaning ‘to instruct orally.’ In the early church, katechaeo referred to oral instruction in Christian doctrine by which non-Christians were prepared for baptism in order to become members of the church. Although there apparently were some handwritten catechetical materials in the early Middle Ages, scholars believe that Martin Luther’s Small Catechism (1529) was the first catechism to be published. Much of his catechism’s content consists of questions and answers.”
— Alvin Schmidt, The Encyclopedia of Christian Civilization
Luther’s catechism begins “THE FIRST COMMANDMENT: You shall have no other gods. What does this mean? We should fear, love and trust in God above all things.” The Westminster Catechism begins with the question, “What is the chief and highest end of man?” which is answered, “To glorify God and enjoy him forever.” Catechisms attempt to teach basic concepts often through questions and answers.