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Has anyone taken classes at MP Online Academy?
Narnian replied to *AM*'s topic in K-8 Curriculum Board
I'm a little late here, but thought I'd chime in anyway. My 9th grader is currently taking Latin, Comp, Algebra, and Physics at Memoria Press, and will be taking several classes with them next year as well. We have nothing but praise for his Physics and Comp teacher (Daniel Maycock), and have been pleased with the other teachers. Communication has been good between teachers/students/parents. If you have any other questions, feel free to ask. -
Older progym-style writing for grammar stage?
Narnian replied to Narnian's topic in K-8 Curriculum Board
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Are there any vintage / public domain books that teach the progym? I've found many gems through the numerous discussions here of vintage grammar, math, and spelling texts, but would love to know if something like this exists for progymnasmata-style writing instruction.
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My family is in the process of moving to a town just northwest of Eau Claire, WI. We have a 13-year-old son and 8-year-old daughter. If anyone is in the area, feel free to PM me. :)
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Talk to me about online class options. . . .
Narnian replied to abaent's topic in Logic Stage & Middle Grade Challenges
Recently came across Roman Roads Media, and they just announced that they will be offering Logic, Humanities I, Humanties II online beginning in the 2015-16 school year. Wes Callihan is teaching the Humanities courses, and James Nance will teach the Logic course. I'm considering the Humanities I for my 9th grader and thought I'd mention the classes here, especially since they are new. The video lecture samples for the Greeks/Romans are fascinating--makes me want to take a class myself! -
Latin: Combination of LC1 and School Song Latin 2 Math: Continuing with Rod & Staff after discovering that MUS is just not working for this one Writing: MP Intro to Composition (includes some dictation, may add more as the year progresses) Spelling: Rod & Staff, alongside Wheeler's Elementary Speller Grammar: Rod & Staff Reading: McGuffey's Third Eclectic Reader (revised 1879) + lots of good books, both independent and read-alouds Science: MP Astronomy History: MP Online class - D'Aulaires' Greek Myths (1st semester); undecided, but maybe some American History stories (2nd semester)
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Omnibus vs Old Western Culture
Narnian replied to shanezomom's topic in High School and Self-Education Board
Bumping. Curious to hear from others who have used this--it looks great! -
Wilson Hill Academy - Sample Videos?
Narnian replied to mirabillis's topic in High School and Self-Education Board
The class I watched was from one of their Great Conversation courses, which is basically a history, philosophy, and literature class rolled into one. They were discussing the book of Philemon (from the Bible). From Wilson Hill's description of The Great Conversation 1: "Students will learn how to fine tune the skills of discussion and debate, and how to critique every worldview through the lens of Scripture." -
Wilson Hill Academy - Sample Videos?
Narnian replied to mirabillis's topic in High School and Self-Education Board
I emailed Bruce Etter (not using the form though, heard that was sketchy) and he emailed me a link to a Great Conversations class he taught--which even my 8-year-old watched with me and loved. I just wanted to get a feel for the format so I didn't ask for any specific class samples, but they have been helpful and quick to respond to everything I've asked, so I bet they would give you links to several classes if you wanted them. There was also a link to an open house they had in January on their Facebook page: https://wilsonhillacademy.adobeconnect.com/p1zampqbnf4/ -
2015-16 school year plans
Narnian replied to swimmermom3's topic in High School and Self-Education Board
Plans are pretty tentative, but I am outsourcing a lot for 9th grade: Grammar: Rod & Staff Writing: High School Comp II w/ Memoria Press (Classical Composition) Math: Algebra I--not sure where yet. Next year, 10th grade, we hope to sign him up with Polymath Classical. He really likes this teacher in his HS Comp I class through MP, and will probably take a summer course there this year. Science: Possibly Physics through Memoria Press. Latin: Henle Latin or CAP's Latin Alive series are the two contenders. Depending on which way he decides to go, we will likely have him take a class through Memoria Press, Wilson Hill, or Schole Academy. History: Undecided, but looking into an AP American History course w/ Memoria Press. Haven't spoken to anyone there yet about whether the workload will be too much for a 9th grader on the young side, though. If not that, probably a Great Conversation/Great Books somewhere else. He also wants to take a Java programming class, so we are looking into that. I may throw in some other things, such as literature assignments and logic, but trying to keep it simple going in. I'm not sure 5 online classes right off the bat achieves that, however. :) I think 9th grade will be a crash course in time management. -
Reviews for Logos Press Online School classes?
Narnian replied to Narnian's topic in General Education Discussion Board
Here it is. No replies yet though. Guess it's not a popular option around here. -
Reviews for Logos Press Online School classes?
Narnian replied to Narnian's topic in General Education Discussion Board
Thanks. I think I will. :) Probably should have done so to begin with, but didn't want to clog up the boards. -
Update for anyone doing a search in the future: We are very pleased with the Memoria Press, the class, and the teacher. The teacher, Daniel Maycock, has been wonderful; he communicates with the kids in a clear, friendly way, he keeps the class moving forward, and he gives constructive feedback in class and in the comments on graded assignments (which are also graded and returned within a reasonable time frame). He is funny, laid back, and full of interesting information and asides relating to what they are learning about. My son loves having him as a teacher, and no wonder--an encouraging teacher who inspires his students and genuinely seems to care about them as individuals makes all the difference. The assignments and workload are adequate although not rigorous, but we knew that going in, choosing the regular pace instead of the accelerated. (I was told that next year, the accelerated pace will likely replace the current as the standard.) The difficulty and workload will increase in HS Comp II. As for the way MP is run, I have no complaints. Every time I've had a question the director, Scott Piland, has responded in a timely manner. The couple of times there have been technical difficulties, they were resolved quickly. Overall, it has been a positive experience we plan to take more classes with MP (and elsewhere, where we must) next year.
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Reviews for Logos Press Online School classes?
Narnian replied to Narnian's topic in General Education Discussion Board
No one? Hmm.