| (Published: Fri, Aug 11, 2006 13:48:45) |
| Is homeschooling legal? |
Homeschooling is legal in all parts of the United States. However, the rules and processes for how homeschooling is conducted differ from state to state.
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| Author: Helene Erlbaum |
| Category: Education - Homeschooling Questions |
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| (Published: Fri, Aug 11, 2006 13:48:45) |
| Can I homeschool my child if I don’t have a teaching certificate? |
| Of course. In fact, you don't even need a high school diploma to teach your child at home. Learning at home is a learning experience for the whole family, and l |
| Author: Helene Erlbaum |
| Category: Education - Homeschooling Questions |
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| (Published: Fri, Aug 11, 2006 13:48:45) |
| Can I home school my child if I don’t have a college degree? |
| Yes. Having a college degree is not important in homeschooling your child. No one will ask to see your degree. It is not required. However, by the time you have |
| Author: Helene Erlbaum |
| Category: Education - Homeschooling Questions |
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| (Published: Fri, Aug 11, 2006 13:48:45) |
| Can I homeschool my child if I didn’t graduate from high school? |
| Yes and no. Generally, you may homeschool without having a high school diploma. However, some states view a high school diploma as necessary when you want |
| Author: Helene Erlbaum |
| Category: Education - Homeschooling Questions |
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| (Published: Fri, Aug 11, 2006 13:48:45) |
| How can I home school an older child if I have a baby? |
Here are some helpful tips, which you can use to keep your baby busy so you can have a great time teaching your older child.
• Give your baby a reason t |
| Author: Helene Erlbaum |
| Category: Education - Homeschooling Questions |
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| (Published: Fri, Aug 11, 2006 13:48:45) |
| What are the advantages of homeschooling? |
Some of the advantages of homeschooling are:
• Parents are able to spend more time with their children.
• Parents get to know their children ver |
| Author: Helene Erlbaum |
| Category: Education - Homeschooling Questions |
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| (Published: Fri, Aug 11, 2006 13:48:45) |
| What are the problems in homeschooling? |
Some of the possible problems of homeschooling are:
• You will have to spend a whole day with your child.
• You have to be very patient when tea |
| Author: Helene Erlbaum |
| Category: Education - Homeschooling Questions |
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| (Published: Fri, Aug 11, 2006 13:48:45) |
| What about socialization and homeschooling? |
Negative socialization is one of the major problems in schools today. This makes home schooling a great choice to have a child who is socially healthy.
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| Author: Helene Erlbaum |
| Category: Education - Homeschooling Questions |
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| (Published: Fri, Aug 11, 2006 13:48:45) |
| Do home schooled students get high school diplomas? |
| The rules and systems regarding a high school diploma differ from state to state, although there is a tendency for home schooled students to accept an alternati |
| Author: Helene Erlbaum |
| Category: Education - Homeschooling Questions |
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| (Published: Fri, Aug 11, 2006 13:48:45) |
| How do home schooled students get into college? |
You can use the helpful hints below to help your homeschooled child get in and do well in the college of his or her preference:
• Know your child’s pote |
| Author: Helene Erlbaum |
| Category: Education - Homeschooling Questions |
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| (Published: Fri, Aug 11, 2006 13:48:45) |
| Do public schools require homeschooled students to be tested? |
| It greatly depends on the laws and systems of your particular state. If testing for homeschooled student is included in the law, then public schools must requir |
| Author: Helene Erlbaum |
| Category: Education - Homeschooling Questions |
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| (Published: Fri, Aug 11, 2006 13:48:45) |
| How do I know if my child is learning enough in homeschool? |
| The answer usually comes from within the parent. You know your own child very well. You may feel you need to use test results, but this is up to you. |
| Author: Helene Erlbaum |
| Category: Education - Homeschooling Questions |
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| (Published: Fri, Aug 11, 2006 13:48:45) |
| Can my child do part-time home school and part-time public school? |
| Yes. All you just need to do is secure an appointment with the public school guidance counselor and choose which subjects your child wants to take in public sch |
| Author: Helene Erlbaum |
| Category: Education - Homeschooling Questions |
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| (Published: Fri, Aug 11, 2006 13:48:45) |
| What is unschooling? |
| Unschooling is sometimes called natural learning. It usually happens when a child learns something outside the classroom. It is not a way of teaching, but a pro |
| Author: Helene Erlbaum |
| Category: Education - Homeschooling Questions |
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| (Published: Fri, Aug 11, 2006 13:48:45) |
| What is child-led learning? |
Child-led learning is another term for Unschooling. It is a process of letting children discover the world on their own and at their own speed. It is also a |
| Author: Helene Erlbaum |
| Category: Education - Homeschooling Questions |
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| (Published: Fri, Aug 11, 2006 13:48:45) |
| What should I use for curriculum in my home school? |
| The following are the three fundamental types of curriculum that you can use in homeschooling. Each of these would provide proper education for your child |
| Author: Helene Erlbaum |
| Category: Education - Homeschooling Questions |
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| (Published: Fri, Aug 11, 2006 13:48:45) |
| What resources are available online for homeschoolers? |
| Many online resources for homeschoolers include free workbooks, educational games, tutorials, examinations, and teaching guides for parents. Just search "h |
| Author: Helene Erlbaum |
| Category: Education - Homeschooling Questions |
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| (Published: Fri, Aug 11, 2006 13:48:45) |
| What resources are available in the community for homeschoolers? |
There are many resources available in most communities for homeschoolers. These resources usually include private tutorials, libraries, museums, recreational |
| Author: Helene Erlbaum |
| Category: Education - Homeschooling Questions |
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| (Published: Fri, Aug 11, 2006 13:48:45) |
| How can I find a good homeschool support group? |
| Normally parents who homeschool their children look for a support group that can assist them with their other needs. You can find these support groups on the in |
| Author: Helene Erlbaum |
| Category: Education - Homeschooling Questions |
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| (Published: Fri, Aug 11, 2006 13:48:45) |
| What do I tell my in-laws who do not understand homeschooling? |
| If you have in-laws who completely do not understand homeschooling, let them ask questions. Let them know that homeschooling is a family affair and that you fee |
| Author: Helene Erlbaum |
| Category: Education - Homeschooling Questions |
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