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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 Find us on social media: Instagram: @therationaleducator Twitter: @rationaleducatr Facebook: @TheRationalEducator Parler: @Therationaleducator Locals: @RationalEducator 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 Support the show

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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 Support the show

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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 Support the show

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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 Support the show

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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 Support the show

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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 Support the show

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    Ana Martin: The Libertarian Homeschooler pt 2- #29

    Here's part two of our extended interview with Ana Martin, creator of the Libertarian Homeschooler Facebook page. We talk about what it means to be a libertarian homeschooler, as well as some of the lessons she's learned by homeschooling her two boys. This is a great episode, filled with the wisdom and observations Ana is known for on her Facebook page. If you're a parent and you'd like to start homeschooling, but you're overwhelmed and not sure where to begin, check out the homeschool coaching program from the Pisan Academy. You'll get everything you need to get started, from how to satisfy the legal requirements for your area to putting together an action plan tailored to what your family needs. Click on the link below to learn more: pisanacademy.com/homeschool-coaching Are you interested in a classic literature curriculum for your middle or high school student? Sign up for a free trial of the Literature Plus program from The Pisan Academy. You'll get everything you need to teach the greatest works of Western Civilization, along with additional readings of history and philosophy to add context and make the works come alive. https://www.pisanacademy.com/free Find us on social media! Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/passionatehomeschooler Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/passionatehomeschooler/ Our Blog - https://pisanacademy.com/blog/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/pisanacademy Support the show

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    Ana Martin: The Libertarian Homeschooler pt 1- #28

    Ana Martin is a long time homeschool mom who has been passionate about education and childhood development since the age of 14. She runs the Libertarian Homeschool Facebook page where she shares her wisdom and experience with an audience of over 60,000 people. We visit with her today to hear about her homeschool journey, about her ups and downs, and what she learned along the way. If you're a parent who's considering a homeschool journey of your own, but are overwhelmed and not sure where to begin, consider the coaching program from the Pisan Academy, which will give you everything you need to get started in just 4 weeks. From researching your local laws to developing a personalized program for your student, your coach will work with you to make your homeschool a reality. To find out more, go to pisanacademy.com/homeschool-coaching Are you interested in a classic literature curriculum for your middle or high school student? Sign up for a free trial of the Literature Plus program from The Pisan Academy. You'll get everything you need to teach the greatest works of Western Civilization, along with additional readings of history and philosophy to add context and make the works come alive. https://www.pisanacademy.com/free Find us on social media! Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/passionatehomeschooler Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/passionatehomeschooler/ Our Blog - https://pisanacademy.com/blog/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/pisanacademy Support the show

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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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