A Defense of Latin and Classical Education

by Memoria Press

Genres: Education

92 pages, Paperback

Published June 19, 2017

Reviews

[Miguel Gonzalez-Feliciano · Rating 5 out of 5]

The variety of articles helps present different views on classical education and the use of Latin in its programs. At times, I would argue that the book overplays its hand a little bit when it comes to Latin.

A largely beneficial read for anybody who is considering classical education.

[Patience · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good collection of essays, especially the first six. A couple of the later ones stray a little from the purpose stated in the title of this collection and focus on Memoria’s curriculum and some specific tips for how to structure and plan while teaching with the classical method. Helpful, but not exactly what I was looking for from this particular collection.

At a few points it’s rather critical of the natural/conversational approach to language learning, especially for classical languages. As I’ve seen a growing number of institutions that are well known and respected in the classical school community embracing this approach with what appears to be a great deal of success, I do wonder how well this criticism has aged…

[Rachel · Rating 4 out of 5]

Excellent read for anyone considering classical education.

Defines classical education and argues for classical education against what has come to pass as education now.

Gives excellent resources for teaching Latin, although I'm still pretty far away from teaching Latin to my kiddos. When the time comes, I know where to turn for help.

The last chapter (my favorite) was an argument for why cursive writing is important. Really worth the brief read.

[Roy · Rating 4 out of 5]

It would have been very helpful if my daughter had read this before trying to homeschool my granddaughter.

[Drake · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a really solid collection of essays giving an overview and defense of Memoria Press/Highlands Latin School's approach to classical education.