Public Education Vs Classical Education Essay

There are so many ways in which to be educated these days. You could go to the general public school, a private school, a Christian school, or you could get an online education. Having so many choices could cause some confusion when parents are trying to decide what would be best for their child. Many parents don’t take classical education into consideration. It is argued that classical education is out-of-date and no longer relevant, but classical education is still very adequate. So, what is classical education? In classical schools, they stay focused on three very important aspects: Grammar, Logic, and Rhetoric. This pattern is called the “trivium”. During this process, the mind becomes trained. Throughout the twelve years of learning, children go through the same four-year pattern: Ancients, Middle Ages, Renaissance and Reformation, and Modern Times. After the twelve years, this process will be repeated three times. Overall, classical education is systematic, unlike the unorganized, scattered nature of a common public school. (Bauer, para. 1) The Grammar stage is what makes up the first four years of schooling. It focuses on helping children absorb facts, since information sticks with you the best when you’re young. Children at this age generally find memorization fun and enjoyable. Teachers often lead their
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One difference is the purpose of education. In public schools, the aim is for students to be ready for a humanistic society where all lifestyles are accepted. The purpose of Christian classical education is to prepare students for sharing The Gospel and standing strong with what they believe, and not just following the crowd. Public schools teach children to accept others despite their beliefs because it’s the right thing to do. Classical schools teach students to love others because that’s what God wants them to do. (Ekeland, Walton, para.