Todd Eckerson, Westminster philosophy teacher and director of the Crossroads Cooperative Learning Program (CCLP), is the author of an article titled “A 16th-Century Guide to 21st-Century Education: An Interview with Michel de Montaigne” in the fall issue of Independent School Magazine.
In the article, Todd turns to “The Complete Essays of Montaigne” for a “conversation” with the French nobleman about what really matters in schools. “For a 16th century guy, his insights proved remarkably relevant,” writes Todd. “In fact, those concerned with teaching and learning today will find themselves hard-pressed to match the flair with which Montaigne examines the subject.”