November Journeyman

This course is an attempt to strike at the root.

--- The ten Boom Institute

Principles of Liberty - The Founder's Education

Study/Learn

1 - Watch Lecture 2 (from the CD) and take notes.

2 - Read The 5000 Year Leap Principle 23

3 - Read “Education and the Pursuit of Happiness” by Mortimer Adler

Know/Understand
CHOOSE ONE OF THE FOLLOWING:

• Since we are duty bound to care for the poor, what is wrong with current news and legislation?Should we stop this trend? If so, what ideas do you have for stopping it? Will your ideas work?  Come prepared to share what you learned in class.

• Watch the news and consider the following concepts from the lecture.  Journal on what you learn and come to class ready to share.

             1. How Constitutional forms become Democratic through a focus on the interests of the poor. Look deeper at the news stories and the legislation that is being passed and constantly ask yourself if the issues are motivated by taking care of the poor.
             2. The ideas about relativism. In the stories where relativism is supported and encouraged, try to see if people are still being held to moral standards. Think about how confusing this can be when you are faced with important decisions.
             3. In light of the Tytler cycle and Aristotle’s forms, notice how often the word “issue” is used in comparison to the words “principle” and “form.” As you read through the material for this course, keep in mind which words earlier Americans used. Consider what difference our use of words makes.

• Go through the list of Educational Principles below and decide if you believe they are true educational principles. Look for them in the readings for this month.  Back up your decision with facts and come to class ready to share.

Educational Principles:

1) Parents are primarily responsible for the education of their children.

2) Young children learn best in a nurturing home environment.

3) Children should be given freedom within bounds in their educational pursuits.

4) Character development should be a primary focus and outcome of education.

5) Children should be given great role models to follow.

6) Education should be as simple as possible.

7) Parents educate their children best when they provide structure and choice.

8) Children should be shown what there is to learn and given the skills to learn it.

9) Understanding is more important than facts.

10) Knowledge is only valuable if applied appropriately.

11) Education should focus on the pursuit and application of truth.

12) Learning should aid in self-discovery and the development of talents.

13) Education should promote the use of talents in the service of others.

14) Skills for lifelong learning are more important than information.