Homeschooling

Homeschooling is becoming more popular every day, with a growth rate of 7 to 15 percent per year. There are about two million children currently learning at home. Homeschooled kids do well on standardized tests, are welcome at colleges and universities, and as adults, have a reputation for being self-directed learners and reliable employees. (htt)

Homeschooling is not for everyone and think that it all depends on the person that could be introduced to it.  After researching into homeschooling I have decided to look at the Positives and negatives to get a better outcome on feelings towards the subject and more of an all round idea. School no matter what age could be hard, and yes not for everyone. Big problems in today’s society are peer pressure, competition, boredom and “bullies” are all part of today’s typical school day that children face five times out of the week. Homeschooled students can dress and act and think the way they want, without fear of ridicule or a need to "fit in." They live in the real world, where lives aren't dictated by adolescent trends and dangerous experimentation. 

Religious freedom is a big issue as many families feel their religious and spiritual beliefs are an important part of who they are. Homeschooling provides the opportunity for parents to incorporate their beliefs into their daily lives. 

An important one I feel is stability during hard times. Whether there's a new baby, an illness, a death in the family, or another obstacle or transition, homeschooling helps families cope during challenging periods. (Positives)

However, always with the pros come the cons.

Financial Restraints are a massive factor for homeschooling. For married parents, one partner often foregoes full-time employment out of the home in order to home school. This can be a big surrender for families who are struggling to balance their budget. Surprisingly, most homeschooling families believe that the brief loss of income is well worth the satisfaction of watching their kids grow and learn in freedom. 

Living Outside the Norm I feel can be  Like any activity that challenges mainstream thinking, homeschooling may be seen as an oddity at best, or even as a threat to those who are unable to accept ordinary parents succeeding where trained professionals often fail. My family has developed a bit of a tough exterior over the years, but negative comments and criticisms still filter in occasionally. If you are unable to live "outside of the box," then homeschooling is not for you. (Cons)

From looking in depth at homeschooling I have come to the conclusion where I think that going to a school teaches and offers more than any home school could ever imagine. It prepares you for life and what is to come after school and gives more social skills. 

Bibliography

(n.d.). Retrieved from http://school.familyeducation.com/home-schooling/parenting/29861.html

(n.d.). Retrieved from Cons: http://school.familyeducation.com/home-schooling/parenting/29861.html?page=2

(n.d.). Retrieved from Positives: http://school.familyeducation.com/home-schooling/parenting/29861.html?page=1