Susan Wise Bauer Posted June 15, 2016 Share Posted June 15, 2016 Dear Forum Folk, For years, parents have been telling me that they’d rather tackle meaty academic subjects (both for their own self-improvement and to make them better teachers) than sit through more conference workshops on family dynamics, modesty, and bread-baking. So I’ve been working with the Well-Trained Mind Academy Dean, Julia Kaziewicz, to build the Well-Educated Mind Academy, where we will offer live, online courses for adult learners. WEM Academy courses are designed to challenge and satisfy the intellectual curiosity of mature life-long learners. Taught by highly qualified and experienced instructors, our seminars provide home-educating parents (and all other interested adult students) with a rare opportunity to develop writing, reading, thinking, and Socratic discussion skills across a range of subjects. Check out the course descriptions and class schedules by visiting our website: http://www.wtmacademy.com/wema-about-us/ Please note: These courses are for you, not your kids. You have to be a grown-up to enroll. I hope you appreciate that. ENJOY. SWB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
73349 Posted June 15, 2016 Share Posted June 15, 2016 :party: Off to check it out. :auto: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caraway Posted June 15, 2016 Share Posted June 15, 2016 I have been so impressed with the WTMA. Many thanks for a fantastic place to learn. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RootAnn Posted June 15, 2016 Share Posted June 15, 2016 When does registration open? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan Wise Bauer Posted June 16, 2016 Author Share Posted June 16, 2016 Open now--if you have trouble, give the Academy a call! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jane Elliot Posted June 16, 2016 Share Posted June 16, 2016 (edited) This looks fantastic! Can you point me to an explanation of the differences between ILM (recorded) and live classes? eta: Never mind. I found it. It's here, in case anyone else is interested. Edited June 16, 2016 by Jane Elliot 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scuff Posted June 21, 2016 Share Posted June 21, 2016 😠Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daijobu Posted June 21, 2016 Share Posted June 21, 2016 I'm happy to see the class for adults on how to teach math. I'll be giving a seminar on the topic at our local conference, and I will definitely refer parents here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colleen in NS Posted June 23, 2016 Share Posted June 23, 2016 WOW!!! I may just take the math-teaching course! I have been tutoring for pay again over the past couple of years, in reading/spelling/composition. I've had parents ask me if I teach math, but I say "no" because I would have been lost without a math curriculum/teacher manual for my own kids. This course description and required texts make me think it's possible for me to learn basic math teaching principles!!!! Total resume booster for me! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colleen in NS Posted June 23, 2016 Share Posted June 23, 2016 (edited) Participants who take Well-Educated Mind Academy courses have the opportunity to earn a certificate in General Education and Pedagogy... Very shortly, we will be able to offer this certificate as an approved veteran further education option... nevermind; I think I figured out part of the answer anyway. Edited June 26, 2016 by Colleen in NS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mllehmann Posted June 25, 2016 Share Posted June 25, 2016 So exciting to see these offered. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Camy-7 boybarians 1 lady Posted July 12, 2016 Share Posted July 12, 2016 All the ladies in "da house" who have been homeschooling since the 80's and 90's are spitting and choking on their coffee after reading this quote from SWB's post: "For years, parents have been telling me that they’d rather tackle meaty academic subjects (both for their own self-improvement and to make them better teachers) than sit through more conference workshops on family dynamics, modesty, and bread-baking." BWAHAHAHHA! I might pass out if I have to sit on another "character training curriculum" informational session. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alicia Posted August 8, 2016 Share Posted August 8, 2016 Hello, I have registered for and received the text for the Teaching Math course. I wondered if there would be a follow up to the class? 3 of 9 chapters are covered and books 3A-5A but none of the Part B's of 3-5 books. I have my last to teach and feel that I have the time and mental space to do well with this science and math loving girl. Thank you, Alicia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.