Welcome to

THE EXAMINED LIFE

Making a difference in the lives of students through Greek Studies in schools

Answering the Socratic call to "the examined life"

We explore what Greek literature, history, philosophy, art, and culture teach us about ourselves and our times

Through talks, readings, discussions, and a study tour in Greece, THE EXAMINED LIFE is a place where educators, librarians, museum specialists, authors, illustrators, publishers, editors, and all those working with young people come together to explore such concepts as democracy, the obligations of citizenship, and the power of the moral imagination so essential to the survival of a humane global community.

 

We then take what we learned back into our classroom spaces with learners of all ages where we can enrich their educations and lives with these ideals.

Fellows Book Discussion in Hydra, Greece
An odyssey of understanding

Our Course & Study Tour

THE EXAMINED LIFE: Greek Studies in the Schools (“ExL”) is an online graduate humanities and professional development program for K-12 educators.  The program includes Saturday morning Zoom seminars, extensive readings and a Study Tour of Greece.

ExL educator Stephen Guerriero stands in front of and gestures toward two black and orange ancient grecian urns during a discussion at the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston
Pathway to wisdom

Classroom & Learning Resources

Over the years, Greek Study Fellows have created a variety of classroom resources which we make available to teachers of all disciplines. These include book reviews and recommendations, videos, detailed classroom projects and study guides. Please remember to credit the authors/creators of whatever you use.

"Programs like The Examined Life do so much to educate, rejuvenate, and inspire."

Mary Burchenal, Director of Teachers As Scholars, former English Department Chair, Brookline High School

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