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Looking Back, Looking Ahead
Poem: A Psalm of Life, by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
Statement of the Whole: Do you remember when Toto pulled back the curtain on the Wizard of Oz? This episode resembles that scene in some regards. The cast of The Backporch Education podcast have some things to reveal, some things to remember, and general mayhem to produce. Listen at your own risk.
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An interview on teaching Latin.
Statement of the Whole: One of the more important aspects of a great education is forming a mind that can handle language, and that can interact with the primary sources of our educational heritage. In this interview, Steve talks with Latin teacher Buck Holler about his journey into teaching the Latin language, why it is important, and encouragement for others wanting to get into it. Beatus marialis.
Resources: Below are some of the resources mentioned in the interview:
Accademia Vivarium novum, Luigi Miraglia, Tusculum Italy
Schola Latina, Roberto Carfagni, Montella Italy
University of Kentucky, Terence Tunberg
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Poem: How Wonderful by Irving Feldman
Statement of the Whole: In this episode we look at a film that reflects on teaching. Is there redemptive value in the teacher/student relationship? Can education bring together people who have almost nothing in common? What is the role of cross generational relationships in education? Steve and Jason talk about a film that takes on these questions and a whole lot more.
Finding the Movie:
Amazon Prime video carries it
Themes to explore:
Friendship, Coaching, Mentoring, Writing, the tension between Academics and Athletics, Courage