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BaseCamp LiveClassical Essentials: Are We Aiming Too Low? The True Goal of Education with Dr. David DienerWelcome 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. David Diener tackles a critical question: What is the true purpose of education? Many assume that education is primarily about college and career readiness, but classical Christian education aims much higher—toward the formation of vi...
2025-02-1852 min
BaseCamp LiveBeyond Digital Natives: Fostering Depth in the Classroom, w/ Dr. David DienerEpisode 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. In critiquing the profit-driven use of technology in education, he highlights the significance of purposeful and intentional technology integration to shape well-rounded individuals. This episode will undoubtedly disrupt the conventional approach of schools that promote dependency on technology and underscore the critical need...
2024-04-1851 min
BaseCamp LiveCreating Cultural Excellence in Schools and Homes with Dr. David StantonUnlock the secrets to cultivating an impactful school and home culture that leaves a lasting impression on the next generation. Join us in our enlightening conversation with Dr. David Stanton, the Headmaster of Oakdale Academy. Fueled by his military background and his passion for classical Christian education, Dr. Stanton shares his guidance on shaping an engaging and healthy culture in both schools and homes.Engage with us as we navigate the importance of creating a sense of belonging and excellence, highlighting how to foster partnerships between families and schools, and the role of leadership in sculpting the...
2023-10-1256 min
BaseCamp LiveHow A School WorksIn this podcast, David Seibel, head of Coram Deo Academy, addresses the challenges faced by classical Christian schools and highlights the crucial role of collaborative leadership. Seibel asserts that these schools require a cohesive vision and a division of labor, involving parents, volunteers, administrators, board members, and business leaders in order to prevent mission drift. He emphasizes the need to understand a school's stage in its life cycle and adapt expectations accordingly. The conversation also explores the importance of training volunteers, engaging dads, and fostering a Christ-centered culture. Seibel encourages administrators to invest in their own development to stay...
2023-04-1849 min
BaseCamp LiveChoosing Books in a Digital WorldAs 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 a book can feel less intuitive than it did just a few decades ago. This raises important questions: how can we motivate ourselves and our students to read, and how can schools and parents select books for their reading lists, given the limited time available...
2023-03-011h 03
BaseCamp LiveThe State of Culture and EducationFor the past 40+ years the Barna Group has been leading the way in researching the latest trends impacting our churches, schools, and homes. In this unique episode, you’ll get to hear from David Kinnaman, CEO of the Barna group, directly. During the short interview, we cover topics ranging from the latest research on Gen Z (essentially, our K-12 aged students) to the state of the church today and ways our schools can better partner with them, to wisdom he shares for parents raising children in our ever-swirling and changing world.
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2022-08-3131 min
BaseCamp LiveBattle for the American MindOne of the reasons we love classical Christian education is because it fully restores the way just about everyone in the west was educated up until 100 years ago. At the turn of the century, significant changes took place that led to where we are today, not only in education but even further downstream in our culture. ACCS president David Goodwin joins us to share from his new book: Battle for the American Mind, which topped the New York Times bestsellers list after just a month on the market. He winsomely explains a number of pivotal moments that forever changed Am...
2022-07-1448 min
BaseCamp LiveThe Telos of EducationToo 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 our ultimate goal? Plato said knowledge without virtue is useless. So yes to wisdom and virtue, but can we err in the other direction with lofty philosophical skills but weak in real-world practical knowledge? David Diener helps us understand the real end game of...
2022-02-2450 min
BaseCamp LiveHope for Today from Voices of YesterdayThere is nothing new under the sun. That is good news..because the deepest questions of life and faith (who am I, why am I here, where am I going) have been asked throughout history, and in many cases asked better and in more articulate and winsome ways by those who came far before us -- those classic thinkers and writers we read and discuss in classical Christian schools. But in our modern, disposable, quick-to-reject-the-past-world, young people, and older as well, often ignore these well-thought-out questions, ultimately to our own demise. It’s hard to get the right answer if y...
2021-10-1353 min
BaseCamp LiveStuck in the Present, with David MooreAre you stuck in the present? Our culture is quick to dismiss anything perceived as old, even last year's cell phone model, much less the wisdom learned from history. And those of us raising the next generation with Classical Christian education are more often looking to the past for wisdom in a world that insists the present is all that matters. David Moore will inspire you to gain a new appreciation of history and learn practical ways to better navigate the daily bombardment of information from modern-day, forward-only thinkers.BIOGRAPHYDavid Moore graduated from both...
2021-05-2544 min
BaseCamp LiveGroundbreaking Study Reveals 7 Life Outcomes of K-12 Alumni ~ David GoodwinYou have to see it - and hear it - to believe it! David Goodwin, our special guest and President of the Association of Classical Christian Schools, shares the newly published results of the highly regarded Cardus Educational study. Cardus, a top research firm commissioned by the ACCS, measured the influence of Classical Christian Schools on graduates up to twenty-five years later. Cardus worked with Notre Dame’s Sociology Department to conduct a highly scientific, unbiased, and first of its kind study. Released this month for the first time ever, this 89-page comparative study evaluates a broad spectrum of be...
2020-02-2550 min
BaseCamp LiveHow The Medievals Help Us Raise The Next Generation ~ David GoodwinHow do kings, knights and warlords fit with today’s egalitarian values and prepare students for the modern world? Do order and hierarchy have any place? According to David Goodwin, Medieval history teaches children that the world is endowed with a God-given order. Even C.S. Lewis knew this and filled his books with Medieval meaning. Listen in to hear how studying this astounding time period can capture the imagination and heart for Christ.
Stay tuned for more enlightening discussions on classical Christian education, and join us next time on BaseCamp Live! Remember to subscribe, leave us...
2020-01-2136 min
BaseCamp LiveThinking Fast On Your Feet - Mock Trial Delivers - David GoodwinHave you ever wondered what Mock Trial is all about? Today’s episode will explain how this intellectual sport works and how it combines some of the best parts of a classical education. Two students and their coach share stories, lessons learned and why Mock Trial has been one of the best decisions they ever made…and why more students should consider joining. Every school should start a Mock Trial Team if they don’t have one already. Learn how on this episode!
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2019-05-0132 min
BaseCamp LiveIt's Not Too Late for us Old Folks! - David MooreWhat if you could go back and get the education your children are having now? It’s not too late! There's still time for you and me to grow and learn in much the same way our kids in a classical Christian school are. Many parents think that it's too late, that they're too old, they can't focus enough, etc. David Moore says IT'S NOT TRUE! He has yet to meet someone who can't grow and learn right along with their kids. For a start, don't be afraid to be curious! Nobody knows it all so don't be embarrassed to...
2018-12-2949 min
BaseCamp LiveFormer Tommy Hilfiger Marketing Director Discovers Classical Christian Education (Part 1)Gordon Pennington is one of the best cultural translators out there. His life reads like a fascinating adventure novel. In his marketing days in New York as the head of marketing for Tommy Hilfiger, he was courted by MTV and jet setting with celebrities and stars including David Lee Roth, Prince Albert and Johnny Depp. Gordon has served in places of media influence and understands how culture shifts. As a Christian, he now works tirelessly as a visionary and cultural liaison to governments, corporations, non profits and ministries in all parts of the globe. His life is a rich...
2018-05-2524 min
BaseCamp LiveTHE BACKSIDE: Gordon Pennington, Former Tommy Hilfiger Marketing Director (Part 2)Gordon Pennington is one of the best cultural translators out there. His life reads like a fascinating adventure novel. In his marketing days in New York as the head of marketing for Tommy Hilfiger, he was courted by MTV and jet setting with celebrities and stars including David Lee Roth, Prince Albert and Johnny Depp. Gordon has served in places of media influence and understands how culture shifts. As a Christian, he now works tirelessly as a visionary and cultural liaison to governments, corporations, non profits and ministries in all parts of the globe. His life is a rich...
2018-05-2517 min
BaseCamp LiveMeet the Cultural Translators - David EatonMeet the Cultural Translators - David Eaton by BaseCamp Live
Stay tuned for more enlightening discussions on classical Christian education, and join us next time on BaseCamp Live! Remember to subscribe, leave us a review, and reach out to us at info@basecamplive.comDon't forget to visit basecamplive.com for more info and past episodes.
2018-05-2121 min
BaseCamp LiveTHE BACKSIDE: Education is 99% Habits - Maryellen St. CyrKeep listening to our conversation about training habits of learning and what Charlotte Mason discovered 100 years ago that still works today. Maryellen St. Cyr of Ambleside Schools and David Goodwin, president of the ACCS, join us.
Stay tuned for more enlightening discussions on classical Christian education, and join us next time on BaseCamp Live! Remember to subscribe, leave us a review, and reach out to us at info@basecamplive.comDon't forget to visit basecamplive.com for more info and past episodes.
2018-04-0721 min
BaseCamp LiveTHE BACKSIDE: More with Scott Anderson of Desiring GodDavies, Scott, and David continue their conversation about training our children to love what God loves.
Stay tuned for more enlightening discussions on classical Christian education, and join us next time on BaseCamp Live! Remember to subscribe, leave us a review, and reach out to us at info@basecamplive.comDon't forget to visit basecamplive.com for more info and past episodes.
2018-01-0519 min
BaseCamp LiveScott Anderson of Desiring God: What Our Kids Love MostParenting at it’s most basic level is guiding the next generation to love what God loves. Pastor John Piper has built his ministry around the transformative idea that God is most glorified when we are most satisfied in Him.
Scott Anderson, CEO of Piper’s Desiring God Ministries, inspires parents in the practical ways to desire God and make one’s greatest love, ambition and satisfaction be in Jesus – not easy to do in a world that is constantly offering alternatives. We are joined in the studio with David Goodwin, president of the Association of Classical and Chri...
2018-01-0527 min
BaseCamp LiveWhy Future Engineers Desperately Need a Liberal Arts Education - David CutbirthThere is a lot of fear today that children are not getting enough science and technology training, especially in a K-12 classical Christian school.
The race for technical skill training is in many ways undercutting the type of education that is really needed to be a success in the scientific and engineering industries. As the demand for more K-12 STEM education continues culturally, it is time to ask: is this really the best way to prepare tomorrow’s scientists, computer programmers and engineers? My guest today is a founder and president of a top engineering firm and he h...
2017-12-0724 min
BaseCamp LiveWhat You Need to Know About School Accreditation and Certification - David GoodwinHow can you be sure that the school your child is attending is accredited and up to standards? And what about teachers - are they qualified and certified by some external agency to ensure a consistent excellent teaching environment for your child? Guest David Goodwin clears up the confusion surrounding accreditation and certification, and shares what parents need to know.
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2017-08-1822 min
BaseCamp LiveTHE LAUNCH: Why You Need BaseCamp Live & Why We Don’t Need No Education - David GoodwinThis first episode explains the why this podcast came into existence and how it will encourage and equip parents and those involved in raising up the next generation to flourish as Christ followers. Join David and Davies as they share their own stories of having a radical rediscovery of the entire purpose of education. This caused them to individually make a dramatic life and job change to join the work going on in classical Christian schools to cultivate the affections and shape what our children love.
With ACCS president David Goodwin
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2017-03-2119 min