Pros And Cons Of Homeschooling

psychological theories on the effects of homeschooling, be it either positive or negative effects. Amy Thornton-Kelly makes a valid argument as to why homeschooling is a good choice, but does not have any research or statistics to back up her theories. Her argument relies heavily on personal experience, and generalizations. By not having conducted any research, readers have no hard evidence or facts to truly know if homeschooling is a good option for them. Homeschooling could be the best choice for her and her family, but it might not be the best decision for other parents. If Amy were to have quoted research that may have been done or referenced case studies done on children who have been homeschooled compared to children who have not been home schooled, then her argument would have more credibility. Homeschooling not only takes away all your time, but it also costs a lot of money to homeschool. When homeschooling, you’re responsible for everything; including books, food, and extracurricular activities. Amy does not mention any of this. However, Amy appeals to the audience by stating that she started off as a regular mom taking her children to school and working a full time job. Amy

Not long ago, my parents received an endless amount of criticism, similar to the Walls’ family, for their decision to homeschool my siblings and me. Many “feared” for us, because according to them, there was no way we were going to learn effectively at home, what we could in a formal school. My mom tells me stories of how people she’d known expressed genuine concern over the idea of educating children in a different way than what is deemed “normal.” I do not blame these people for their concern, as they were raised in a society that emphasizes a single approach to learning. Although there were definitely times growing up when I wished to attend a brick and mortar school like “normal” people, after a certain age I genuinely appreciated my parent’s decision. Being home-schooled has taught me so much more than just the basic principles of education. I grew up being highly self-reliant due to my online school requiring students to be almost entirely responsible for keeping up with their work. Similar to college, I had a syllabus provided to me, and had no one other than myself to make sure I was on top of everything. This helped me to become a responsible and well-organized individual. I also gained a quality education, despite all of the fear and concern of those around me. I still have to answer the questions, “Why were you homeschooled?” and, “Didn’t you want to go to regular school?” more

Education in our society is a very important factor in shaping our future. One’s future is depended on the education they receive and everyone is somehow affected by this. Children from the ages of kindergarteners to seniors in high school, college graduates, and stay at home mothers, are all shaped by the education the government provides us. There are many different ways to acquire an education some through private schools, public, charter, and being homeschooled. However, homeschooling is growing more in popularity than it has ever been.

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An article from 2015 about homeschooling and public school stated that “it’s estimated that as many as 2 million American students are being educated at home.” There are several families that would prefer homeschooling over public school for several reasons, which will be discussed in this essay. The two topics that will be discussed are homeschooling and public school. There will be multiple topics discussed in this essay, such as pros and cons of homeschooling and public schooling, and which option would be the best option for certain types of families and students. These two topics will be contrasted by explaining which topic would be the better option for specific groups of people, and certain families. The purpose of this essay is to describe the advantages and disadvantages of home and public schooling. Also, the purpose of this essay to show statistics about which system of education would be best for certain families, specifically those who are low-income families, and want the best option for their children. Whereas public schooling is inexpensive and gives children a chance to make friends, homeschooling is the best option because it gives children a safe, and more compatible learning environment.

Imagine what it would be like to not get to have your first day of school as a child. For a child that is home schooled, they never get to walk through the doors on their first day with a new backpack, new school supplies, and new clothes. As little as this issue may seem, is it important for people to understand the effects that homeschooling can have on the cognitive development of elementary age children because by not being exposed to the resources and relationships children can get out of public school, they lack the benefits that come along with the system. Children cannot develop their emotions and problem solving skills, which could result in them being less successful in the future. The next generation is meaningful to society because they are the ones that will help American progress, so people need to ensure that they are getting the best education for their children. Although many parents believe homeschooling can be beneficial to their children because of the convenience and closeness to home, thoroughly examining the negative effects it has including a lack in the cognitive development, limited exposure to problems associated with the public as well as not having the benefits of a relationship with teachers and other students can prove that homeschooling are harmful to the cognitive development of elementary aged children.

Those who view that home-schooling is the best option believe they can teach their children, using home examples and guiding their children through their beliefs to impart a deeper appreciation and understanding of the education and information that is presented. Susanne Allen, 35, a home-schooling mother from Atlanta, claims that being schooled at home will make her children “better citizens” because home schooling gives children the opportunity to work together rather than working individually. Allen said, “They learn to be caring for other people by seeing older siblings care for them” (Cloud par.16). Home-Schooling test scores are typically higher than public or private schools. Some believe that home-schooling is the best option because public schools breed behavioral problems. Those who choose home-schooling believe that the pros outweigh the cons.

Surprisingly, there are a variety of people that do homeschooling. Both people from high-income to low-income families. There are parents that even have doctorates or even a diploma in a general subject. Families with either one or two parents and differing ethnics and religious or secular inducement choose to homeschool (Ray 2002). Researchers come to the conclusion that homeschoolers, for the most part, have free reign when it comes to their homework and school pace that they feel that suits them the best.

For those of us who have never been exposed into the world of home schooling, it carries a certain mystique. We might envision a family alternating between algebra and Bible study, keeping a safe distance from the rampant worldliness in schools. Or perhaps we see children sitting around the kitchen table practicing spelling while mother supervises. Despite these traditional images, home schooling is growing and gaining respect. This is due in part to high profile success stories like home schoolers finishing first, second and third in the 2000 Scripps - Howard National Spelling Bee or the Colfax family in California who sent three sons to Harvard. However, home schooling raises many questions

The popularity of home school began rising in the 1970s and growth continues to increase. (Murphy 336). The National Center for Education Statistics estimated in 2007 that 1.5 million students were homeschooled in the United States (Drenovsky and Cohen 20). This number is now reported at around two million, and Murphy states, “ . . . it [homeschooling] remains the fastest growing form of education in the United States” (342). This information proves that parents are searching for an alternative to traditional public-school education. Many wish to educate their children due to their own experiences, beliefs, and values. While other people argue that home school provides students with no social skills and complications when applying for college; however, these are misconceptions. Home school is an appropriate option to provide an education to children, and it does not leave them incompetent to survive in the “real world”.

One may ask as to why guardians would decide to home-school their child as opposed to send them to teaching in a public school. In his article, "Education, Schooling, And Children's Rights: The Complexity Of Homeschooling", Robert Kunzman explains, “Between 1999 and 2007, homeschoolers in the United States increased by an estimated 74 percent, twelve times the rate of public school growth, and now likely number more than two million altogether.” There are a few reasons guardians have guaranteed that home-schooling is the better alternative. A primary reason guardian may decide to home-school is to secure their youngster. While protection of youngsters is critical, how does keeping the child obliged to their own particular home set them up for their general surroundings? There are risks everywhere throughout

Many parents who homeschool argue that the socialization children get in public school is uncanny and possibly harmful. That any socialization is best gained through life experiences that happen with family, and should include interactions with those in a diverse group of ages. Parents that homeschool are more of the modest type in the interest of they do not want their kids to do something that could possibly get them harmed or in trouble. When homeschooling children the parents are able to choose what they learn and when they learn it. “Over 2.04 million students are now learning at

In today’ s society, many parents are considering home-schooling their children compared to sending them to public school. I believe that they 're many benefits to homeschooling children in today society for the benefit of their education. Firstly, home-schooL children will receive a higher standard of education because of each parent’s expectation; the children are in a confined environment with a -trained teacher who they already have a relationship with and understand the expectations of their parents. Second, children can focus on their classwork without constant interruption from other students. Most children in the home-school environment can study at their pace. Fourth, home schooled children are already in their environment and don’t have to worry about getting up early on the bus.The environment for homeschoolers is more calming, unlike the public school classroom. Children in the public schools have to deal with the constant interruption from their peers. Also, children in the public school are in a diverse setting where each child can learn from one other, with them learning from each other they will pick up a bad habit. These bad habits such as bullied other kids, or being bully themselves. They are many stories from grown people who will tell

Homeschooling is an education choice that allows parents to educate their children at home, but the efficiency of this system is questionable. “Advocates say home schooling is the best way to assure a high-quality education and want it exempted from federal and state accountability requirements. …. And school officials complain that when home schooling doesn't work, parents “dump” their children back in the public schools, which are then blamed for the home-schoolers' poor performance” (Home Schooling debate in CQ Researcher). There are different opinions about home schooling. This essay supports the choice of parental homeschooling because of its quality, student success, and children social psychological life.

Recent statistics indicate that homeschooling is increasingly becoming a method of education that is accepted and trendy. Homeschooling is now a fashionable choice for many of the young professional looking for the best education for their children. However, the question that arises is whether this form of education is right for our children. For parents, making the decision of instructing their children from home is not easy. The topic of homeschooling is controversial and involves issues such as social and cognitive development, standards, governmental involvement and safety (Merry, & Karsten, 2010). Those who oppose homeschooling argue that too much is left for