35 episodes
The Rational Educator Joel Marquez
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- Education
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4.7 • 16 Ratings
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Join our weekly discussion of topics in the world of education with longtime teachers Andrew Bernstein and Deanna Heikkinen.
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Political Solutions for Education - What's wrong with them?
Education became a huge political hot button issue in the November election of 2021. In this episode we ask if political solutions to education's problems are sustainable, and if they even work at all.
Check out our new website, a repository of education news and resources for parents: www.rationaleducator.com
Contact us at info@rationaleducator.com
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Find Andrew Bernstein on Twitter: @andyswoop
Website: andrewbernstein.net
Music attribution:
Misunderstood by 3lb3r3th (c) copyright 2013 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/3lb3r3t... Ft: Alchemistry
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The Homeschool Option: Can it really save your children?
In this panel discussion, we talk about some of the myths behind homeschooling, and how it has emerged in a world of corrupted institutional education to be perhaps the only option left to save your children.
Check out our new website, a repository of education news and resources for parents: www.rationaleducator.com
Contact us at info@rationaleducator.com
Find us on social media:
Instagram: @therationaleducator
Twitter: @rationaleducatr
Facebook: @TheRationalEducator
Find Andrew Bernstein on Twitter: @andyswoop
Website: andrewbernstein.net
Music attribution:
Misunderstood by 3lb3r3th (c) copyright 2013 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/3lb3r3t... Ft: Alchemistry
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From Marx to Critical Race Theory: What's Destroying the Schools - #4
Trying to fight the never ending insanities of modern education, from historical revisionism, to climate alarmism, to social justice math, is like trying to play whack-a-mole. But at the root of it all is the 19th century political philosopher Karl Marx, and that's the subject of our podcast. Who was he, and why does his influence continue to drive education today?
Check out our new website, a repository of education news and resources for parents: www.rationaleducator.com
Contact us at info@rationaleducator.com
Find us on social media:
Instagram: @therationaleducator
Twitter: @rationaleducatr
Facebook: @TheRationalEducator
Find Andrew Bernstein on Twitter: @andyswoop
Website: andrewbernstein.net
Music attribution:
Misunderstood by 3lb3r3th (c) copyright 2013 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/3lb3r3t... Ft: Alchemistry
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The Destroyers of American Education - How it all started - #3
In this episode, we discuss how the modern classroom came to be, why it was such a departure from earlier methods of education, and the figures in American history that drove its early adoption, Horace Mann and John Dewey.
Check out our website: www.rationaleducator.com
Here you'll find the latest news in the world of education, along with helpful resources if you want to explore homeschooling and other education alternatives.
We'd love to hear from you. Our email is info@rationaleducator.com.
Find Andrew Bernstein on Twitter: @andyswoop
Website: andrewbernstein.net
Music attribution:
Misunderstood by 3lb3r3th (c) copyright 2013 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/3lb3r3t... Ft: Alchemistry
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Alternatives in Education: What to do if you don't like your child's education - #2
In this episode, we discuss your alternatives if you have a child in a school you're not happy with. Will making your case in front of the school board work? What about private schools? Are they any better? And what about homeschooling? Is that even possible?
Check out our website: www.rationaleducator.com
Here you'll find the latest news in the world of education, along with helpful resources if you want to explore homeschooling and other education alternatives.
We'd love to hear from you. Our email is info@rationaleducator.com.
Find Andrew Bernstein on Twitter: @andyswoop
Website: andrewbernstein.net
Music attribution:
Misunderstood by 3lb3r3th (c) copyright 2013 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/3lb3r3t... Ft: Alchemistry
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Why the world needs rational education - #1
We're back!
After a long hiatus, we've decided to relaunch with a new format and new name, but still bring you thoughtful discussion about the world of education.
Our panel features longtime teachers Andrew Bernstein and Deanna Heikkinen, and is moderated by your host, Joel Marquez.
In this episode, we discuss how education went off the rails over the last century, and perhaps some hope for change in the future.
Check out our website: www.rationaleducator.com
Here you'll find the latest news in the world of education, along with helpful resources if you want to explore homeschooling and other education alternatives.
We'd love to hear from you. Our email is info@rationaleducator.com.
Find us on social media:
Instagram: @therationaleducator
Twitter: @rationaleducatr
Facebook: @TheRationalEducator
Find Andrew Bernstein on Twitter: @andyswoop
Website: andrewbernstein.net
Music attribution:
Misunderstood by 3lb3r3th (c) copyright 2013 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/3lb3r3t... Ft: Alchemistry
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Customer Reviews
Great homeschooling inspiration!
Interesting stories and perspectives which will inspire new and experienced homeschooling families alike. Nice pacing of the podcast, Joel is a wonderful interviewer. Can’t wait for more!
Enjoyable and informative
Really enjoyable. Curious and genuine interviewing style that engages the guest as well as the listener. Good pace and no philosophical ax grinding. Just clean interviews with interesting guests. Useful for homeschoolers, parents, teachers, and tutors.
Love their Vision
This podcast is an encouragement and inspiration for those considering homeschooling, those already homeschooling, and anyone committed to education.