Home Education – Does Home Schooling Work?
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A study of over 600,000 American homeschoolers concludes that home school students outperform their public school peers on average. It is possible to be successful at home school if you learn how to teach yourself and keep a consistent schedule. In addition, it can help to have a parent with an established teaching background.
Since then, many studies have been conducted on the effectiveness of home education. While some studies have found that home-educated students perform better academically, many others have concluded that they perform worse or even as poorly as their peers who attend school.
So, what exactly is home education? How does it work? Is it right for your family? Let’s explore this question and determine whether home education is viable for your family.
Home education is educating a child rather than sending them off to school.
Home education is often seen as a last resort, but there are many reasons why it makes sense for families not interested in public school.
Home education can be a good choice for families with busy schedules or families who are concerned about
Home school parents often ask me, “Does home schooling work?” In my opinion, if home schooling worked, I would be doing it! But unfortunately, not many home schools work. They are doing the opposite of what they say they are doing. And in my experience, the majority of home school parents don’t get to that place of understanding the importance of education or learning anything about it.
Is homeschooling effective?
I have been studying education for years and believe that the best way to learn is hands-on. So, when it came time to decide whether or not to educate our kids at home, I wanted to find out how effective it is.
We spent the summer of 2017 homeschooling our kids, and I’ve been writing about the experience ever since. In this article, I’m going to share some of my findings and discuss what I think are the pros and cons of home education.
What are the benefits of home schooling?
While homeschooling can benefit parents and students, it may not necessarily lead to improved academic performance.
Parents who homeschool their children face the dilemma of sending their children to school or homeschool them. While both options offer different advantages, they also come with disadvantages.
One of the main benefits of homeschooling is that it allows students to develop their learning style, allowing them to learn at a pace that works for them.
As a teacher, you are responsible for creating an environment that supports learning. If you are a good teacher, you should encourage your students to develop their learning styles rather than forcing them to follow a rigid system.
Homeschooling also allows parents to monitor their children’s progress more closely. Parents can observe their child’s learning and adjust their teaching methods accordingly.
Homeschooling also allows parents to provide a more relaxed environment for their children instead of the pressure of being in a classroom.
Are there disadvantages?
Homeschooling may work, but it has its own set of pros and cons. Here are a few things to consider before choosing to homeschool your child.
Pros:
* It can save money
* It is a flexible schedule that works for the family
* It can provide a different education
Cons:
* It can be challenging to find a quality curriculum for your child
* Your child may struggle to make friends at school
* It can be not easy to find good childcare
Here are a few recommended books and websites:
* The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Home Schooling by Laura H. Eads
* The Whole-Brain Child by John Holt
* The Homework Myth by John Coleman
* The Homeschool Handbook by Dr. Michael Farris
* Homeschooling 101: An Essential Handbook for New Homeschoolers by Dr. Michael Farris
What about college?
Some people think that home schooling is better than attending a university and that you can get an equivalent level of education from home. While this is true, it’s also important to consider that college can offer many advantages that house schooling cannot.
Let’s say that you wanted to go to university and study medicine. If you were to do so, you’d be required to spend four years in a formal educational setting, whereas if you home schooled yourself, you could complete the same degree in 6 months.
The problem with this is that the education you receive from a university is more focused and structured, which can lead to better results in the long term.
The problem with home schooling is that there are fewer restrictions, and you can study whatever you want. However, this doesn’t mean that you should choose the path of home schooling simply because it’s easy.
It’s not just about the time, however. If you were to study for a degree in engineering, you’d need to spend several years at university to achieve the same skills as someone who studied for their degree at home.
While it is true that a degree can be obtained at home, it isn’t the best option for everyone.
If you’re looking for a job, for example, you may find that a college degree is an asset. While it’s true that you can get a degree online, many employers still prefer to hire people with formal education.
Also, some fields require a certain level of skill, such as law and medicine, and while you can study for these degrees online, it isn’t the most effective way to go about it.
For instance, if you’re studying law, you must look for a minimum of four years, while an online law degree would only take about two years.
Frequently asked questions about Home Education.
Q: What’s the best part about homeschooling your children?
A: Homeschooling is one of the most rewarding things I have done. The freedom to explore new ideas and learn together as a family is great.
Q: What’s the hardest part about homeschooling your children?
A: Some days are harder than others. We have to be flexible and adapt to what is going on in our lives.
Q: How do you keep your kids entertained when you are busy homeschooling?
A: We take many trips to museums, parks, and festivals. We go out to eat and play basketball with friends.
Q: What’s the most important lesson you’ve learned from homeschooling your kids?
A: I have learned that a lot can happen in just a few days. I have learned not to waste time on trivial things and to enjoy every.
Top myths about Home Education
- Your child needs to go to school.
- You should not send your children to public schools.
- The government has no right to educate your children.
- Homework can be eliminated.
Conclusion
This is a topic that has been debated for years. Some people are convinced that home-schooled children are missing out. Others believe that they are being deprived of a real education.
Regardless of what side of the fence you sit on, you can agree that it’s a controversial subject.
The main reason that people home-school is because they want to provide a personalized learning experience for their children. While a traditional school curriculum is very standardized, it is hard to match the attention to detail that a parent provides.
It is important to note that there are many other reasons why people homeschool. So, it’s not always because they want to. But I can tell you that parents who homeschool their children tend to be highly motivated to do so.