LearningLibertyPodcast

Bekah Jennings, Prenda guide and parent at the Jennings Fun Zone in Mesa, AZ, explains the Prenda microschool model; how Prenda individualizes learning; what makes Prenda different from other microschools; and the importance of guides in children's learning. Bekah's personal journey: https://youtu.be/sXsGR-FipWI?si=UeDli3KjUeD-u518 The Rise of Microschools documentary: https://youtu.be/KpIt_GrUzbg?si=L7m_1J3jSYaYieTn Guest's website: https://microschools.prenda.com/ms/rebekah-jennings Note that guests' views are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Learning Liberty Podcast. Please support the show by subscribing to the channel and becoming a member at https://www.patreon.com/LearningLiberty For media rights used in this video, see ⁠https://www.learningliberty.net/media_rights/

Kaitlin Wilder, behavior analyst, discusses how we can treat kids with respect and as individuals without creating egotistical monsters. The secret? Finding balance in behavior. Kaitlin also discusses her experience as a behavior coach in both public and micro schools, such as Discovery Learner's Academy (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JOzBEd2olhc). Guest's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaitlinwilderhere/ Note that guests' views are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Learning Liberty Podcast. Please support the show by subscribing to the channel and becoming a member at https://www.patreon.com/LearningLiberty For media rights used in this video, see ⁠https://www.learningliberty.net/media_rights/

Kristen Ackerman, a homeschool mom, discusses why she chose to homeschool, the process of choosing (and changing) curricula, why being an expert is not needed, leveraging the homeschooling community around you, homeschool co-ops, and why there is no typical homeschooling schedule--and why that's a good thing. Plus, Kristen talks about the challenges for single parents like her to homeschool but also provides guidance to show that it can work. Curricula Mentioned: Miacademy: https://miacademy.co/#/ The Good and the Beautiful: https://www.goodandbeautiful.com/ Note that guests' views are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Learning Liberty Podcast. Please support the show by subscribing to the channel and becoming a member at https://www.patreon.com/LearningLiberty For media rights used in this video, see ⁠https://www.learningliberty.net/media_rights/

Katrena Lopes, a homeschool parent and mother of a student at Little Elm STEAM Academy (https://youtu.be/xoy-R5ARTvg), discusses the benefits of micro schools, how personalized learning gives children confidence and prepares them for life, the success of Tracey McEntyre's Little Elm STEAM Academy, and her own experiences with two very different types of learning styles in her two children. Katrena also provides an excellent rebuttal to the argument that homeschooled students are at a social disadvantage. Note that guests' views are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Learning Liberty Podcast. Website mentioned: https://www.littleelmsteamacademy.com/ Please support the show by subscribing to the channel and becoming a member at https://www.patreon.com/LearningLiberty For media rights used in this video, see ⁠https://www.learningliberty.net/media_rights/

Tracey McEntyre, founder and educator at Little Elm STEAM Academy in Little Elm, Texas, explains her very personal journey to engaging, individualized education. She also discusses how brain breaks, movement, and project-based learning enable Little Elm's children to grow as students and people. Finally, Tracey explains the Worldschool program at Little Elm that puts a whole new spin on "field trips." Note that guests' views are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Learning Liberty Podcast. Guest's website: https://www.littleelmsteamacademy.com/ Please support the show by subscribing to the channel and becoming a member at https://www.patreon.com/LearningLiberty For media rights used in this video, see ⁠https://www.learningliberty.net/media_rights/

Winston Brady, director of curriculum and Thales Press, gives us a detailed view of Thales Academy, including its classical foundations, its focus on character education, and its promotion of critical thinking. He also explains the direct-instruction method used prominently in the elementary grades. Thales Academy has campuses in North Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia. Note that guests' views are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Learning Liberty Podcast. Guest's website: https://www.thalesacademy.org/ Please support the show by subscribing to the channel and becoming a member at https://www.patreon.com/LearningLiberty For media rights used in this video, see ⁠https://www.learningliberty.net/media_rights/

iLumenEd is an online Christian curriculum centered on challenging, motivating, and educating students in grades 6-12. Administrator Gretchen Pike explains this program, the benefits of online education, how synchronous options can help students connect with others, and how iLumenEd individualizes the program for each student. Guest's website: https://ilumened.org/ Please support the show by subscribing to the channel and becoming a member at https://www.patreon.com/LearningLiberty For media rights used in this video, see ⁠https://www.learningliberty.net/media_rights/

The whole child is often left behind in today's education system, but Rachel Good, founder and lead learner of Discovery Learner's Academy microschool in Chattanooga, has designed a program and school based on empowering and inspiring students to deeply learn, not just memorize (and likely forget). Part of that design involves using Quantum Courses, which was featured in Episode 3 of Learning Liberty (https://youtu.be/u5yUYCElpVY). Guest's website: https://dlachatt.org/ Quantum Courses: https://www.quantumcamp.com/ VELA fund: https://vela.org/ Please support the show by subscribing to the channel and becoming a member at https://www.patreon.com/LearningLiberty For media rights used in this video, see ⁠https://learningliberty.net/media_rights/

How can learning about science be accessible AND fun? Michael Finnegan, founder and CEO of Quantum Courses, has the answers in this interview. Guest's website: https://www.quantumcamp.com Please support the show by subscribing to the channel and becoming a member at https://www.patreon.com/LearningLiberty For media rights used in this video, see ⁠https://learningliberty.net/media_rights/

In this introduction to Learning Liberty, Karl Streitel discusses his background, the origin of the podcast, and what he will be offering in the future. Please support the show at patreon.com/LearningLiberty For media rights used in this video, see https://learningliberty.net/media_rights/

Educational entrepreneur and founder of OptionsforEducation.com Brettani Shannon discusses benefits of nontraditional options, the origin of Options for Education, funding assistance for families and entrepreneurs, and the importance of choice and individuality in learning. Guest's website: https://www.optionsforeducation.com/ VELA fund: https://vela.org/ EdChoice: https://www.edchoice.org/ Please support the show by subscribing to the channel and becoming a member at https://www.patreon.com/LearningLiberty For media rights used in this video, see ⁠https://learningliberty.net/media_rights/