Classical Education at the University of Dallas with Paul Weinhold and William Perales

Summary

In this episode, we discuss some of the principles and practices of classical education, particularly as we understand it at the University of Dallas.  You’ll discover some of the aspects that make classical education distinctive and the importance of understanding the truth of the human person to education.

Topics

• Classical education and the understanding of the human person
• Art and experience in learning
• Awakening wonder in students 
• Learning is a continuous journey for both students and educators
• The study of classical education at UD

Guests

Dr. Paul Weinhold is the Director of the Classical Education Graduate Program, Assistant Dean of the Braniff Graduate School, and Affiliate Assistant Professor of Classical Education at the University of Dallas. For the past twenty years, he has been a teacher and leader in the classical education movement, serving as National Director of Continuing Education, Headmaster, Assistant Headmaster, Academic Dean, and Humane Letters Master Teacher for Great Hearts Academies.

Mr. William Perales is the Director of the St. Ambrose Center for Catholic Liberal Education and Culture at the University of Dallas. He has over twenty years of experience in Catholic education as a teacher and principal at both the elementary and high school levels. He assists schools transitioning to a classical liberal arts vision, has designed curriculum for grades K-12, and leads professional development workshops for teachers and administrators.

Timestamps:

00:00 Welcome to the Podcast!

05:52 Personal Journeys into Classical Education

12:03 Diverse Expressions of Classical Education

20:01 Theoretical Foundations: Truth, Goodness, and Beauty

26:19 Enculturation and Human Flourishing

32:54 Understanding the Human Person in Education

36:00 Experiential Learning in Education

39:25 The Importance of Engagement with Literature

45:01 Classical Education's Holistic Approach

50:46 Distinctives of the University of Dallas

55:36 Practical Applications in Classical Education

01:01:07 Lifelong Learning and Community in Education

01:06:02 Conclusion

Resources & Links

The Classical Education Master’s Program at the University of Dallas: https://udallas.edu/classical-ed

The St. Ambrose Center for Catholic Liberal Education and Culture Professional Development for Teachers and Administrators: https://k12classical.udallas.edu/professional-development/

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