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Institute for Classical Lutheran Education

The Institute’s purpose is to further the mission of the Consortium for Classical Lutheran Education (CCLE) “to promote, establish, and equip individuals and schools committed to confessional Lutheran doctrine and a classical approach to education” by equipping classical Lutheran
educators to hone their craft and further develop their academic knowledge and professional abilities. This will be accomplished through continuing education and professional development in pedagogy, administration, and the classical liberal arts.

For information or to submit a course proposal for consideration by the Institute for Classical Lutheran Education, please contact Anna Martin at executive.director@ccle.org.

Fall Semester 2025

All classes are 15 weeks long and cost $250 ($225 for members). Registration opens May 1, 2025.

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Greek I

Andrew Hill

Learn the fundamentals of Koine Greek grammar through this beginner’s level course. You will be introduced to the basics of Koine Greek grammar, so no previous experience is necessary, although a good grasp of English grammar will serve you well. The class will be taught through class lectures, online discussions, and exercises to reinforce the grammatical concepts that we see in the New Testament and to help you develop a core vocabulary.

Greek II

Brandon Koble

Learn the fundamentals of Koine Greek grammar through this intermediate-level course. Previous experience is required. The class will be taught through class lectures, online discussions, and exercises to reinforce the grammatical concepts that we see in the New Testament and to help you continue to develop a core vocabulary.

Latin I

Andrew Bloch

The course is designed to give you a basic understanding of Latin grammar, syntax, and pronunciation and will help build your vocabulary. You will be guided through class lectures, discussions, and passages from authentic Latin works. You will be introduced to the vocabulary and pronunciation of Latin, and gain familiarity with ancient authors. No previous instruction in Latin is necessary.

Latin II

Andrew Bloch

The course is designed to advance your understanding of Latin grammar, syntax, and pronunciation and will help build your vocabulary. You will be guided through class lectures, discussions, and passages from authentic Latin works. Previous instruction in Latin is necessary.

Learn to Write from the Literary Greats

Katie Schuermann

Join author Katie Schuermann in analyzing the creative choices of the literary greats for a better understanding of how to write good fiction. This course will be practical as well as theoretical. Students will be led in a series of writing exercises that imitate and apply the various storytelling techniques observed in time-honored works of published fiction.

Scholar Formation: Progymnasmata

Jocelyn Benson

Pro-gymnasmata means preliminary exercises. Aelius Theon said in his On the education of the young, “These things [progymnasmata] are, as it were, the foundation of every kind (idea) of discourse.…” In this course, scholars will learn about the Progymnasmata and how to implement it with the scholars under their tutelage.

The Essentials of Lutheran Pedagogy

Andrew Richard

Good theology is the foundation of good pedagogy, and sound practice flows from sound doctrine. This course will lay the theological foundation for being a good teacher, covering key doctrines like human nature, the Scriptural goals of education, the Fourth Commandment and a proper understanding of authority, the three estates, discipline, and reconciliation. 

Webinars

Webinars cover important educational topics in a few brief sessions. Discounts are available for members. Registration opens May 1, 2025.

Classical Lutheran Homeschooling

Marie MacPherson

Session 1: Educational Philosophies and Governmental Considerations

Session 2: Identifying and Implementing Curriculum

Session 3: Practical Tips for Combining Home and School

Teaching the Great Books

Dr. Gene Veith

Session 1: Teaching the Great Books and Teaching with the Great Books

Session 2: Using a Great Essay to Help Us Learn How to Teach Great Books

Session 3: Examples of Teaching Great Books (Actually, Great Short Poems &
Excerpts)

Accreditation

Dr. Jackquelyn Veith

Free Webinar about School Accreditation with the CCLE.

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