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How Play is Changing Across Generations 0
- August 13, 2015
Children’s toys and play in general have changed dramatically over the last few generations. Being born in the mid 80’s I just missed the digital explosion so had a largely ‘device free’ childhood. However, my brother who is just 7 years younger than me certainly spent a lot of time on his computer and gaming.
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Latin Continues Its Comeback 0
- August 13, 2015
Many of us have seen the image above and nodded our heads in agreement. But recent news out of the Vatican suggests that Latin might be making a comeback, particularly amongst the younger generation. From the Wall Street Journal: “Vatican official Daniel Gallagher is tasked with promoting Latin, the language of the Classics whose usage
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The 6th Century Cure for Anxiety 0
- August 13, 2015
The classics may be old, but they are still perceptive. Like anyone, I have holes in my education. Inspired to fill one of these holes, last week I picked up and read through Boethius’ Consolation of Philosophy, which has had a tremendous influence on Western thought. Written circa 525 A.D. as Boethius was awaiting execution,
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The Cognitive Dissonance of Teachers Unions 0
- August 12, 2015
Today’s Washington Post contains its semi-annual, John Taylor Gatto-wannabe letter from a public school teacher on why she is quitting. It’s not shocking, since about half of teachers quit within their first five years. The letters are published more for the purposes of spurring on education policy. In the letter, the teacher in Michigan –
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Teacher Shortage? Nope.0
- August 12, 2015
It’s often said that a high quality teacher is the most important factor in determining a child’s academic success. But as we gear up for a new school year, numerous states are reporting that there is a shortage of this crucial component. Such reports caused Andrew Coulson of the Cato Institute to wonder if today’s
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It’s Sad When the Government Feels the Need to Say This…0
- August 12, 2015
Perhaps you’ve seen the images below around your neck of the woods? They are billboard PSAs from the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services’ campaign to “encourage and strengthen fathers and families”: Save this article to favorites
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