People often ask the question: “Why Latin?” Classical Lutheran schools typically start formal Latin instruction in third grade or younger. Latin is considered a staple in classical education. But why? Here is an excerpt from the CCLE’s second edition of Adopting Classical Lutheran Education, which provides insight on the value of studying Latin: Historically, in […]
Key Elements of Classical Education Recitation and repetition during early stages and during introductory study of any content area Diligent study and analytical thought as the child matures Cultivation of eloquence, beauty, and persuasion in the student’s writing and speaking Socratic questioning for the pursuit of truth The reading and analysis of good literature The […]
Latin is not dead; it is immortal!
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