The Myths of Home Schooling
How much do you know about home schooling? Take this quiz to find out.
Answer True or False to the following three questions to test your knowledge about home schooling.
Question #1: Home schooling is legal in every state in the United States.
Question #2: A parent must be an expert in every academic subject in order to teach their children.
Question #3: Home school students are not allowed to participate in any classroom activities in a public or private school.
Question #1: Answer – True
It is legal to home school your children in each state, however the state requirements vary. For example, in some states your children will be required to take standardized tests to prove academic achievement, while in other states you just need to inform the state that your child is being home schooled.
You can find home schooling information by contacting your State Department of Education. This information can also be found online.
Question #2: Answer – False
It is very difficult to find a person considered an expert in all areas of academic study. When you home school your children, you have the ability to teach them subjects you feel comfortable with while supplementing other areas with outside resources. There are numerous support groups, question and answer forums, and educational materials available on the web.
Current home school parents suggest learning along with the child, find additional tutoring for certain subject areas, and work with other home school families. You can search for free lesson plans, worksheets, and activities on the Internet. You can connect to certified teachers and online tutoring organizations. Help is out there, it is a matter of reaching for it.
Question #3: Answer – False
A common misconception about home schooling is that a child completes their total learning experience at home. However, a child can in fact participate in public and private school activities. Many local schools will provide textbooks, tutoring, and space for home school students. Local school policies vary, but you do have the option of enrolling in school part time.
How did you score on the quiz? There are several more questions about home schooling that can be answered by online websites, forums, books and home school families. It is best to have your questions answered before you decide whether home schooling is right for you and your family. A great website to get you started is http://www.home-school.com.
For more information about home schooling visit: Home School Guidance
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