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Benefits of Homeschooling, 1998.
A survey of the benefits of homeschooling.
2,942 words (approx. 11.8 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 87.95
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The paper identifies various benefits of homeschooling, as compared to more traditional classroom learning. The paper offers numerous examples of the results of these benefits to homeschooled children. In conclusion, the writer suggests that homeschooling may be rapidly expanding because of the many benefits to both students and their parents.
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"Homeschooling families can effectively individualize the learning structure, a feat that is impossible in a classroom of 15 or more students. One recent study reported that a child might receive on average a total of only three minutes of direct, personal, teacher interaction per day, in a traditional school. In contrast, homeschooling parents are better able to individualize learning for their child, to creatively accommodate a variety of learning styles, and to provide personal attention in a tutorial rather than classroom format. At the same time, the student is encouraged to develop habits of self-discipline, which prepares them for a lifetime of learning."
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Homeschooling: An Adequate Education?, 2002.
Argues the pros and cons of homeschooling.
2,400 words (approx. 9.6 pages), 4 sources, $ 89.95
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This ten-page graduate-level paper presents a variety of effective arguments against homeschooling, citing academic, social, and practical reasons. The paper then rebuts arguments in favor of homeschooling, and concludes by observing that American children deserve the best education they can get, and can only obtain that from the best-trained teachers in the world-American public school teachers.
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Homeschooling, 2006.
A discussion on the contrast between homeschooling and public education.
690 words (approx. 2.8 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 23.95
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This paper offers an overview of public education and is followed by a consideration of the pros and cons of homeschooling. The paper concludes that this is an important right for parents, but not a solution for everyone.
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Homeschooling, 2005.
A look at the main reasons that parents choose homeschooling over public education.
2,335 words (approx. 9.3 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 71.95
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This paper points out that, contrary to popular belief, parents choose to home school their children not because they believe their children will receive a better education if they are home schooled but, for religious or ideological reasons or reasons having to do with safety. The paper points out that the majority of home schooled children do not attend public school because the parents want to be able to better pass on their religious and spiritual beliefs. The paper also goes on to say that some parents home school their children because they are against the idea of government involvement in education and because they feel their children will be in a safer environment if they are taught at home rather than in school.
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"Although certainly not a new phenomenon, homeschooling is an educational movement that has recently gained momentum. Once considered radical and preposterous, it is now viewed as a more mainstream and acceptable form of education. Indeed, 'a spring 1999 household survey from the National Center for Education Statistics estimated that from 640,000 to 958,000 K-12 students were in full- or part-time homeschooling-about 2 percent of the school-age population' (Hadderman, 3). Despite the gaining acceptance of homeschooling, the general population is still confused and uncertain as to why parents select this educational route. The reasons for pursuing this educational alternative are numerous. Many believe the main reason parents decide to homeschool their children centers around academic shortcomings found in public schools. While this is undoubtedly a parental concern, it tends to fall towards the bottom of the list of reasons to homeschool. In fact, religious, moral, ideological, safety, and social concerns are the primary motives that compel parents to homeschool their children."
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Homeschooling:The Issue Is the Quality of Education, 2004.
Examines the prevalence of home-schooling in the United States and attempts to determine the primary reason parents choose to home-school their children.
5,489 words (approx. 22.0 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 134.95
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This paper attempts to determine the foremost reason parents in the United States choose home-schooling, what the objections to home-schooling are, and the validity of those objections. Additionally, three possible reasons parents choose to home-school are presented, and conclusion is drawn for each possible reason after it has been thoroughly examined and evaluated. A hypothesis is provided suggesting which of these reasons is most likely. The paper then cites literature that supports the paper's hypothesis. The paper also cites literature that finds home-schooling to be a very positive and successful approach to education and concludes with recommendations about home-schooling.
From the Paper
"Homeschooling is providing a child?s main educational program at home. (Webster) Homeschooling takes the place of full-time school attendance, whether at public or private schools, and should meet all the state requirements for each grade and for graduation from high school and the interim graduations, such as middle-school and so on.
Homeschooling is not a new idea, but rather one that has returned to the forefront of educational discussion in the past generation."
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Education at Home, 2007.
This paper argues against homeschooling children.
2,695 words (approx. 10.8 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 80.95
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The paper discusses the advantages of homeschooling for the general student population as well as for those with special needs. The paper then examines the problems that can be seen with allowing children to be home-schooled. The paper contends that education should be left to the schools and the teachers of this country because they are the ones that have been educated, certified and qualified to teach the students.
From the Paper
"Just as with any idea that challenges the norm, there are both pros and cons when it comes to the idea of homeschooling. Some believe that it is good for the children because they can work at their own pace to some degree and it is believed by these individuals that the children learn more than they would in the public school system. Others do not take such a high view of homeschooling, and they believe that the children miss out on the interaction that they would otherwise receive in a standard school. In this document, both sides will be presented, but it is important to understand that the writer does not agree with homeschooling, with some exceptions, which will be explained later in the paper. All of the reasons behind this will be addressed."
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Is Home Schooling the Best Choice of Education?, 2001.
This paper shows different viewpoints and educational concerns about homeschooling.
1,660 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 53.95
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This paper defines home schooling, explores the issues of quality education between parents and schools, describes what is involved in home schooling, the social aspects of home schooled children, and beliefs expressed by home schooling parents.
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"Recent studies show the amount of Home schooling families is rising annually by 25 percent. According to Jenny Murphy, a staff writer at Speakout.com, ?About 1.5 million U. S. children are being taught at home. That?s about 2 percent of all U.S. school aged children.? Home schooling educators say there are many reasons why Home schooling is becoming popular; however, dissatisfaction with an inadequate school based education is the leading cause. Furthermore, Home schooling educators argue that public and private schools do not focus on religious or moral values, and children in public schools have a lack of positive socialization. Dana Hawkins, a CNN reporter comments, ?In fact, this year?s Florida Education Department Survey found that 61 percent of parents ranked dissatisfaction with the public school environment and instruction as the primary motivation for home schooling topping religion, listed by 21 percent for the second year in a row.? Traditional teachers take on a very different view. They argue that no matter how devoted a parent is to their child?s education, there are certainly some things that a Home school setting cannot provide. For instance, a Home school setting cannot provide a variety of classes that are available at public and private schools, and Home school educators cannot provide the variety of socialization skills and experiences that traditional schools offer. In addition, traditional teachers feel that a Home schooled student?s education may suffer because the appointed educator may not be qualified to teach materials correctly."
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Educational Alternatives, 2005.
An overview of three alternative concepts in education.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 3 sources, $ 53.95
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This paper discusses three concepts in education. They are the idea of homeschooling, the educational reform of the 1980s and school vouchers, and the No Child Left Behind Act. Through the use of professional references the paper discusses the pros and cons of each of these types of school reform. The paper further draws conclusions based on these issues and makes suggestions for future educational reform.
From the Paper
"In the 1980s it was evident to most citizens that school reform was needed across the United States. Parents believed that their children were not receiving the type of education that was needed for them to be successful in the world, and Federal and State governments were beginning to enact laws that ensured that school reform would begin (Cookson 1994). In some cities, (most notably Chicago), there was a plan instituting parents panels that would address educational issues within the public school system. These panels ensured that parents had a say in how their children were educated, and in the process of education itself (Cookson 1994). Yet, this was not the final criterion that would solve issues involved in education reform."
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