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The Rise of Homeschooling in the US: Reasons, Methods, and Benefits
TLDR Homeschooling has become increasingly popular in the US due to parents wanting more control over their children's education. It offers a variety of methods, such as the Waldorf and unit studies approaches, and provides benefits such as higher test scores and individualized attention.
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Homeschooling became popular in the US in the 1970s and is now legal in all states, although each state has different laws regarding homeschooling.
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Homeschooling is popular because parents want more control over what their kids are taught, with reasons for homeschooling including concern about the school environment, religious or moral beliefs, and dissatisfaction with the instruction or curriculum in public schools.
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The number of homeschooled children has been steadily increasing over the years, with more parents considering it as a viable option for their children's education due to the success and availability of resources and support.
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To homeschool your child, you may need to consider the financial costs, the opportunity cost of not working, and the qualifications needed to be a good teacher, as well as having an open and honest conversation with your child about their preferences.
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Different states have different regulations and requirements for homeschooling, with some states being more lax and others being highly regulated.
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The Waldorf method of homeschooling focuses on creative topics and fine arts, which are often neglected in public schools.
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The unit studies method of homeschooling involves choosing a topic or theme and exploring it through various subjects and activities, allowing for a comprehensive understanding of the topic and its components.
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Homeschooling advocates argue that homeschooled children are not socially isolated and may even have better social skills and self-esteem than their peers in traditional schools.
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Homeschooling can provide a higher quality education and allow for more individualized attention, leading to higher test scores and better socialization.
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For the most part, homeschooling was a positive experience with the only drawback being the socialization factor, but there are plenty of ways to socialize outside of a classroom.
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Homeschooling can be challenging for older students who need to take standardized tests, but it is possible to graduate from college and become well-adjusted adults.
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