Episode notes
In this episode, I dive into chapter one of the book "The Underground History of American Education". Hold on tight, there is a lot to unpack.
Chapter One: The Way It Used to Be:
- Gatto's exploration of the historical roots of education in America, contrasting past methods with the current system.
- Emphasis on education rooted in self-discovery and experiential learning, highlighting the joy of learning.
- Discussion on the Greek concept of "skole" and its implications for modern education.
- Exploration of the constraints of the current one-size-fits-all system and the need for alternative approaches.
Unschooling Philosophy:
- Introduction to the concept of unschooling as a compelling alternative to traditional education.
- Explanation of unschooling' ...
Keywords
parenteducationlearninghomeschoolparentinglearning with childrenhistory of educationus education systemearly childhood educationtheundergroundhistoryofeducationjohntaylorgatto