As part of the new M.T.S. concentration in Catholic Liberal Education, the Institute is offering two evening courses on education during the fall 2025 semester.

Catholic Vision and Education in America (Michael Hanby), Tuesdays, 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.

This course lays a foundation for the renewal of Catholic education by reflecting on the nature of education and the relationship between different historical conceptions of the educational task and the judgments that are operative in every philosophy of education: judgments about the nature of God, the meaning of creation, the identity of the human being, and the kind of polity that is conducive to human flourishing.

The Nature and Art of Teaching in the Catholic Tradition (Andrew Shivone), Wednesdays, 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.

The Church has always been concerned with the formation and education of persons. Unlike modern pedagogical theory, which views teaching as empty method or technique, the Church’s interest in teaching asks about the relationship between the craft of teaching and the truth that is taught. This course reflects on what methods a teacher can use to perfect his craft that will best fulfill the nature of education as an introduction to reality.

Prospective students should complete a non-degree seeking application by August 15th. A bachelor’s degree is required as a prerequisite.

These courses may be taken for audit or for credit. Information about costs can be found on our Tuition and Fees page.

For more information, please contact Elena Martín at [email protected].