What happens when the tests no longer reflect the education? In this episode, Davies Owens sits down with Sarah Novlan, Chief Academic Officer at Hill Country Christian School and a doctoral candidate studying the Harkness Seminar model, to explore why the once-revered AP program is falling short in today’s classical Christian schools. Together, they unpack the misalignment between AP coursework and the mission of classical education , the challenges of teaching to a test , and the dumbing down of rigor and content , especially in the humanities. Sarah shares her own journey from AP instructor to advocate for better assessments and introduces CLT’s new Enduring Courses , an emerging alternative that honors intellectual virtue , great books , and oral expression . If you’ve ever wondered whether AP or dual credit is still the right path - or what better options may be on the horizon - this conversation is a must. 🎧 Join us to discover: Why more classical schools are rethinking AP courses How assessments shape teaching and mission What makes CLT’s Enduring Courses a game-changing alternative Special Thanks to our partners who make BaseCamp Live possible: ZipCast Wilson Hill Academy Life Architects Coaching 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
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