Contemporary education needs to look different than it did thirty years ago because the world is different. Technology has changed the academic landscape for good. Colleges can’t keep up to date with the enormous changes that are happening by the day. That’s why Jonathan Brush created Unbound, a project-based education curriculum that puts young people in real-world learning situations. Tune in to this episode where Jonathan talks about all this and more!

Resources Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

• Find out more about Unbound at their website
• Visit Unbound on YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook
• Contact Unbound here with questions and comments
• Read our article on “6 Alternatives to the Traditional College Route”
• Check out this guest blog about choosing a college

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– WHAT IS THE NOAH WEBSTER EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION? –

Noah Webster Educational Foundation collaborates with individuals and organizations to tell the story of America’s education and culture; discover foundational principles that improve it; and advance practice and policy to change it.

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Our guests today on The State of Education with Melvin Adams, are Eloise Smith and Lauren Bowen of Freedom Foundation. Following their first annual teacher’s conference, Eloise and Lauren are excited to talk about the incredible support their attendees found in coming together and learning. They also discuss the problem with teachers unions and how teachers can find their freedom, despite overwhelming pressures and aggressive ideologies.

RESOURCES: 

• Learn more about Freedom Foundation’s 2023 conference and visit the Freedom Foundation website for contact information, resources, and updates
• Visit Opt Out Today to find out how you can leave your union
• If you would like to be added to the list for next years teacher’s conference, email Eloise at [email protected]
• Looking for further information and coaching on leaving your union? Email Lauren at [email protected] 
• Visit NWEF at nwef.org and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter

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– WHAT IS THE NOAH WEBSTER EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION? –

Noah Webster Educational Foundation collaborates with individuals and organizations to tell the story of America’s education and culture; discover foundational principles that improve it; and advance practice and policy to change it.

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A college degree isn’t what makes you really successful in life. Rather, it’s your skill and motivation. Today, Jonathan Brush, a former college administrator turned educational innovator,  joins the podcast to talk about the problems he has identified with traditional higher education and how he’s countering those with innovative hands-on schooling via his organization, Unbound. Many young people today are missing out on a well-rounded educational experience. Non-traditional higher education may be the answer.

Resources Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

• Explore Unbound, Jonathan’s project-based education organization,
• Or, check Unbound out on Facebook.
• Read our article “How to Help Your High-Schooler Decide What to Do After Graduation.”

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– WHAT IS THE NOAH WEBSTER EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION? –

Noah Webster Educational Foundation collaborates with individuals and organizations to tell the story of America’s education and culture; discover foundational principles that improve it; and advance practice and policy to change it.

Website: https://www.nwef.org
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Daniel Buck is back for part two of our conversation on classical education. This time, he speaks directly to teachers and parents: How can we bring the classroom back to a state of productivity? How are teachers supposed to deal with the chaos and ineffective discipline in public schools? Can parents better partner with teachers and schools to make sure their kids are getting a good education? And, most importantly, what are we doing to help children succeed in the real world?

Resources Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

• Find Daniel Buck on Twitter, and check out his writing at National Review and Fordham Institute
• Pick up Daniel’s new book What’s Wrong With Our Schools? on Amazon
• Daniel recommends E.D. Hirsch’s books as a good introduction to traditional education

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Noah Webster Educational Foundation collaborates with individuals and organizations to tell the story of America’s education and culture; discover foundational principles that improve it; and advance practice and policy to change it.

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Progressive education isn’t working. Kids are graduating school without basic knowledge of math, reading, and history. Daniel Buck, our guest today, says it’s time for a change. Join us on this episode as we explore the weaknesses of modern instruction, how teachers can restore order to their classrooms, and how classical ideas—while old-fashioned—may be just the thing we need to save our kids and our schools. 

Resources Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

• Learn more about Daniel’s new book, What Is Wrong With Our Schools?

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Noah Webster Educational Foundation collaborates with individuals and organizations to tell the story of America’s education and culture; discover foundational principles that improve it; and advance practice and policy to change it.

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Aly Legge’s story is an inspiring example of empowerment. Her journey of motherhood has looked vastly different depending on the seasons in her life, yet she persevered to give her kids the best. She’s also been a school board member, advocate, and mentor. Join us today as Aly talks about why parents must look to themselves to create change, pushing through challenges and criticisms, and becoming your child’s greatest advocate.

Resources Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

• Check out Moms For America and the Moms For America Podcast
• Join or start a Moms For America group in your area, or explore online classes
• Email Aly at [email protected] or call her at 813-699-0695

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Noah Webster Educational Foundation collaborates with individuals and organizations to tell the story of America’s education and culture; discover foundational principles that improve it; and advance practice and policy to change it.

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On The State of Education with Melvin Adams, we talk a lot about school choice and school reform. Today we have a guest that shares that passion. We’re back with Frederick M. Hess, commentator and scholar, to talk through his book The Great School Rethink. Frederick has studied education for decades and has some ideas about how we can restore vitality and productivity back into America’s schools. Join us today for a discussion on choice, parenting, and how we can forge good relationships between families and schools.

Resources Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

• Check out Frederick Hess’s new book, The Great School Rethink
• See more of Hess’s work at the American Enterprise Institute or follow him on Twitter

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Noah Webster Educational Foundation collaborates with individuals and organizations to tell the story of America’s education and culture; discover foundational principles that improve it; and advance practice and policy to change it.

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On this episode of The State of Education, Frederick M. Hess encourages us to really think about public education. Why is the system the way it is? What are kids doing in school all day? Does the public school model still work? Frederick believes parents and communities are in the best position to answer these questions and begin to change the narrative. The only question is, how do we start? Listen in to find out.

Resources Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

•  Check out Frederick Hess’s new book, The Great School Rethink

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– WHAT IS THE NOAH WEBSTER EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION? –

Noah Webster Educational Foundation collaborates with individuals and organizations to tell the story of America’s education and culture; discover foundational principles that improve it; and advance practice and policy to change it.

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How can parents protect their kids from a world that wants to feed them lies? How can teachers stand strong in the midst of difficult moral dilemmas? Jeff Keaton addresses both these points in today’s episode, reminds us of some inspiring truths, and gives his thoughts on how parents that want to can create a generation of healthy, Biblically-minded kids. Jeff is the founder and president of RenewaNation, an organization dedicated to spreading Christian education through America and around the world.

Resources Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

• Visit Jeff Keaton’s organization at RenewaNation.org
• Jeff recommends these books:
  • 50 Things Every Child Needs to Know Before Leaving Home 
  • Biblical Worldview
  • Grandparenting: Strengthening Your Family and Passing on Your Faith
• Starting a Christian school? RenewaNation offers coaching a guidance for your startup
• Visit Noah Webster Educational Foundation to learn more about us and check out our blogcast

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– WHAT IS THE NOAH WEBSTER EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION? –

Noah Webster Educational Foundation collaborates with individuals and organizations to tell the story of America’s education and culture; discover foundational principles that improve it; and advance practice and policy to change it.

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What is the purpose of education? Today’s guest on The State of Education answers that question. Jeff Keaton has an approach to education that is rare in today’s America: he believes the basis for a good education should start with a Christian worldview. Listen in as he breaks down his thoughts on Christianity, education, and society at large, details his work as president of RenewaNation, and gives us an exciting new perspective on the spread of Christian schooling in the U.S. 

Resources Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

• Check out Jeff’s organization, RenewaNation, to learn more and discover how you can support his mission

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– WHAT IS THE NOAH WEBSTER EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION? –

Noah Webster Educational Foundation collaborates with individuals and organizations to tell the story of America’s education and culture; discover foundational principles that improve it; and advance practice and policy to change it.

Website: https://www.nwef.org
Reach out: [email protected]