MORTIMER J. ADLER
AN INTRODUCTORY COURSE ON CLASSICAL EDUCATION
This program serves parents of students at Hillsdale K-12 Classical Schools. It has been built upon the Ten Key Characteristics of Hillsdale Classical Schools.
Three essential principles undergird its approach:
The following are among the most influential texts concerning Classical Education or are crucial for understanding Hillsdale’s vision for its K-12 classical schools. These are essential reads for anyone wishing to learn about classical education.
Links to audiobooks and relevant podcast episodes have been included with each text when possible.
View the quick links below for podcasts and video lectures from Hillsdale.
For general interest, visit Hillsdale’s Official K-12 Podcast and Classical Education 101. For information and material
on the importance of virtue in Hillsdale K-12 Classical Schools, please see Hillsdale’s new Core Virtues.
Each weekly assignment has been designed for those with busy schedules. They are short, succinct, and clear. Parents who faithfully follow the course will end the year with a solid introductory knowledge of the mission and pedagogical vision of Hillsdale K-12 Classical Education. Those who want greater depth should see the further readings texts above, peruse the great catalogue of Hillsdale video lectures found online, or speak with the headmaster of their school about acquiring copies of classical texts to read at home.
