...Home School vs Public Education Most Americans do not home-school their children. However, those who do, certainly have good reasons. There are advocates on both sides of this educational issue, it is important to understand why some parents choose to home-school their children. Although both can provide a quality education to its students, a student can learn in a social environment therefore leading to his/her overall development. One of the many reasons that home school parents feel passionate about home schooling is their religious beliefs. Since religion is no longer permitted in the public school system, many home-school parents feel that their children have been short-changed in this area. It is their wish to raise their children in an environment that not only allows religion but also embraces it. Having deep religion beliefs, parents who home-school for religious reasons are said to be very passionate people. It is this passion that feeds their children’s educational needs. With the parent in charge, home-schooling can be based solely on religious activities if the parent so chooses. It is also this passion that will allow the parents to teach their children to the best of their abilities. Home-schooling allows the parent to be in charge. Another reason the public school system appears to have allowed a stereotype to be attached to home-schooled children is socialization. This stereotype suggests that home-schooled children are confined rather than social. In truth...
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...What is the Demographic Make-up of Home-Schooled Students in Texas? Jimmy L. Dillon Wayland Baptist University EDUC 5302 July 19, 2012 Abstract This study was conducted to try to determine what the overall demographics and make-up is of home-schooled students in Texas. The home-school phenomenon has proved to be a viable education option for parents who do not want to send their children to a public or private school. The reasons for wanting to home-school vary from parent-to-parent. Studies abound in comparing home-schooled student’s achievement to public school students with the general result that home-school students score higher on achievement test than public school students. Home-schooled consistently scored in the 82nd to 92nd percentile and the public school students scored in the 53rd – 71st percentile (Martin-Chang, Gould, & Meuse, 2011). However; are these studies comparing students from similar demographics such as economic status, region of residence, etc. or is there deep differences in demographics of the two populations which make the comparisons misleading? It has been studied and shown that a child’s socioeconomic status (SES) and overall demographics play a major factor in how well they score on academic achievement tests. The area that has not been looked at is what the overall demographics are of the average home-schooled child and if the ratio of lower SES to upper-middle class students are the same in comparison to the public school....
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...Public Schools vs. home schooling have been a debate for over 30 years. With an increase of school shootings, drugs or other issues, many parents’ have decided to home school their child rather than send them to public school. I am writing this paper to discuss the benefits that home schooling and the public school system have when trying to decide what is best for your child. There are advantages and disadvantages to both, so let me discuss some of them. In a home school type of environment it has more of a one-one with their teacher/parent; they also can stop and ask for help at any time. The biggest advantage is that they also won’t have any homework. Also with homeschooling the child will have a more flexible school and have more free time. Now let’s discuss some disadvantages of home schooling. The child will not have any socialization with other peers’ their own age; they will not gain the self-confidence in some cases. (http://allaboutparenting.org) Another advantage is that they will not be substance to that thing that we all call peer pressure. There is another advantage that I have realized and that is the child not attending public school is not tied down to all of the homework that is given in public school. A child can be given so much homework that it will keep them awake for hours at night trying to complete it. In a homeschool setting there is no homework. (http://allaboutparenting.org) In a public school type setting a child will have more programs...
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...academically unfavorable for children. Since the practice first started, questions have always been asked: does it really help at all? The answer to that question is yes. With the number of homeschooled children increasing every year, it’s obvious that being raised in and exposed to the homeschooled environment gives children many advantages over those that are public schooled. Making friends and meeting new people has always been a necessity in life; interacting with others is vital to being able to survive. Homeschooled children are stereotyped to be secluded from other children; critics argue that a homeschooled child will not be able to function properly in society if they are not exposed to other children early on (Jenkins). They are assumed to be socially awkward, and therefore deemed not able to function as well as children that have been public-schooled. Linda Dobson, author of many books centered on the topic of homeschooling, says that many confuse “socializing [-] talking and playing with other kids,” and “socialization [-] learning the proper rules of behavior for a culture” (Dobson 79). Neither of these matters are required to take place at a school environment, despite the beliefs of the masses. In reality, many families that practice homeschooling “do not even separate academic work from other aspects of life at all” (Gathercole 53). Moreover, homeschooled children participate in many of the same extracurriculars offered to public schooled children. In fact, a study...
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...Every year more and more parents are taking their children out of the public school system and enrolling them in home schooling programs. Parents question the current public school system and wonder if home schooling would be a better alternative for their children’s education. Considering that there are already more than four million children enrolled in these types of programs in the United States alone, it is not surprising that it has caused some heated debates during the past decade. Along with an average 15 to 20 % yearly growth rate, many professional educators are worried that because of this much needed funds will be kept from entering the public education system. During the year of 2007 the United States Department of Education conducted a study that showed home schooled student's test scores were much higher than others. Even the median scores for all grades were much larger than those students of public or private schools. For example, in grades one through four, average home schooled students were usually one grade higher than their peers in public school. By the equivalent of eighth grade, those home schooled students were usually considered four years ahead of those in public school. One reason for these results is that home schooled students often receive much more one-on-one attention than the average student in public or private school does. In home schooling programs the students receive much more attention than they do in a Public School because there...
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...A new and better way to learn ~Bobbie H.~ “No, I’m not going to do it. You can’t convince me, there is no way I’m going to put her through that. There is no way I am going to home school my daughter,” says Regina Lowenstein, 34. “I want my daughter to have every opportunity and Homeschoolers have no future.” For many people, homeschooling is seen as bad thing, depriving children of experiences and leaving them without a diploma. For several reasons, many people believe that home schooling is bad for their children. They say that it prevents their kids form socialization, their children don’t do as well in school, and that home schooling is too time consuming and costly, yet that is far from true. In truth, homeschooling is a great opportunity for your children and can actuality improve your child’s learning abilities. First of all, one of the main reasons parents say no to homeschooling is time. Most parents don’t have the time to be sitting at home all day and teaching their kids. For them, public schooling is much more convenient, since children can be in school when parents are at work. Yes, home schooling can be time consuming at first, but that is only as you are getting used to the switch. In truth the younger your kids are, the more time you spend with them, so why not spend that time helping them learn and having fun. Many homeschooling programs are a lot of fun for both the parent and the child, involving many fun and enjoyable activities, like art or playing games...
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...Home School VS Public School Home school and public school is a debated subject. Parents are disputing whether home school education or a public school education is more beneficial for their child. An education that fits the need of a child is important; that’s why there are things to be considered when choosing an education path for a child. The socializing scene plays a major role in children’s lives. It is very important that children get to play and talk to their peers. The students who are home schooled are more likely to be shy compared to public school students. Being around your peers helps you build up your self-esteem. Physical fitness is something that students need to do to stay healthy and in shape. Public schools have recess where the student gets to run around and play with their classmates. Every child needs to get some kind of exercise in each day. Home school students are less likely to get exercise because they do not have anyone their age to play with unless their siblings are home schooled as well. It is very important that students have access to their teacher when needed. In public schools, the students have their teacher in the classroom with them. They are able to walk up to them and get help whenever needed. Home ...
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...were not aware of the conditions in the Jackson home? I would have to say for one thing is that they just did not care what was going on, The case workers were at the house and seen that there was no food in the refrigerator nor electric, this should have been a sign that there was something wrong, especially if there is a 19 year old male that does not look fit! If the children had eating disorders then the foster parents should have brought this to the attention of the proper authorities. The bruises that the nurse found on Bruce’s body should have been reported by the nurse, but since they were not then the case workers had no idea what was going on. Even with the neighbors, since they did not report anything either, there was no wrong-doings on record. The thing that puzzles me is why the children themselves did not report any of the abuse to their case-workers. From the information presented in the case study, determine whether the nine members of the Division of Youth and Family Services staff should have been fired. Why or why not? There is no doubt that they should have been fired, it is there job to protect the interest and to ensure the well-being of all children under their custody. It is their job to check in on the adoptive household to make sure that the children are being properly taken care of and to check that there is food in the refrigerator, adequate living condition for seven children and that there is water and electric operational...
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...population of home schooled children in the state of Alabama having the right to participate in interscholastic extracurricular activities. The author argues several points that lead to the same conclusion; that homeschoolers have the same right to join extracurricular sports in the community as public or private school children. “Interscholastic extracurricular activities are an important complement to the academic curriculum. Participation in a comprehensive extracurricular and academic program contributes to student development of the social and intellectual skills necessary to become a well-rounded adult.” “Public schools do not "own" competitive athletics; they belong to the students, their families, and the residents of Alabama.” Several valid premises are made through this argument that I believe make it deductive. “A homeschooled student is a student just the same as a public or private schooled student and therefore deserves equal and fair treatment, especially by the state sponsored educational establishment. This should apply to athletics as well as academics.” Another point that was made, that I find to be a little disturbing, is the premise that an illegal immigrant can enroll a child into our public school system giving them an education and allowing them to participate in extracurricular activities. So why is it that a legal citizen enrolling in extracurricular activities an issue? It shouldn’t be especially if they are obtaining a valid home schooled education...
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...Children who attend public school are better socialized than those who are home schooled University of Maryland University College May 2, 2015 28288 Cardinal Lane Evans Mills, N Y 13637 USA Parent Body 10th Mountain Division Fort Drum N Y13625 USA Dear Parents, Please accept the following analytical report entitled ‘Children who attend public schools are better socialized than those who are homed schooled’. This report begins with a brief abstract which compares both the home and public schooling options being explored within the American society. The second section is the introduction which highlights the various attributes that parents hope to achieve for their children, followed by the overall analysis of the topic. The final segment is the conclusion which summarizes the entire report by reiterating the key elements of both home and public schooling, and will allow you the audience to make a decision that would be beneficial to your specific needs. I would like to say special thanks to Professor Amanda Richey for granting me the opportunity to research a topic that is of personal interest and I hope that you will all enjoy reading my report. Yours Truly, Cadien Vaccianna Table of Content Title Page 1 Letter of Transmittal 2 Table of Content 3 Abstract 4 Introduction 5 Literature review 6 ...
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...Home based educational programs are becoming more and more popular with Wisconsin families. With the increased interest and participation in such programs, it is time that the state reevaluates its current laws. As they stand now, the statutes relating to home schooling are much too lenient; there is no accountability for parents and no safeguards in place to make sure that the children in these programs are actually receiving a quality education. I believe that additional restrictions need to be put in place that require children and or parents to participate in some kind of activity that will prove participants are at the same level as their public school peers. Arguments are made that when compared to the total amount of school aged children in the state, the number of children receiving their education through Home-Based programs are miniscule. Our focus should remain on the bulk of the children and keep resources going into the public schools. At one time this may have been true, but times have changed, home-based education programs have now become so popular that we as a state need to take a closer look. The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (WDPI) began keeping track of home schooled enrollments in this state during the 1986-1987 school years. At that time there were approximately 2,456 students receiving their education at home. That number has now skyrocketed, by an amazing 856% to a total of 21,034 students in 2003-2004 school year.(“WDPI...
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...Home schooling is becoming more and more popular in today's world. It has been a controversial matter for a long time because people are concerned about giving and/or receiving the best quality education. Although there are many reasons behind a child's being home schooled, home schooling can be questionable as was reported in a recent Newsweek magazine. Although home schooling was criticized in the past, such negative viewpoints are beginning to change. "Learning at Home: Does It Pass the Test?" by Barbara Kantrowitz and Pat Wingert discusses how the views on home schooling are changing and why home schooling can have advantages over normal schooling. The authors' purpose is to let their target audience know that home schooling can be respected as much as normal, typical schooling. They address their article toward parents and students, especially those who are or will be thinking about home schooling and/or those who are already home schooled. The writers draw on the audience's curiosity to gain support to their discussion. The authors do this by usin...... middle of paper ... ... have confidence in their analysis. The appropriate voice and tone created a better style. All of these factors made their essay attractive and interesting to the audience. The authors should receive full credit for their work. University of Arizona Last update of this page: 10/31/99 http://www.gened.arizona.edu/eslweb This site created and maintained by Paula Gunder and Randall Sadler. ESL WEB project...
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...Renooka Alummoottil Engl 1302-45400 Dr. Shazia Ali July 1, 2013 Home School vs Public School Education When it comes to education, the choice on what form of education is best for a child should be of the utmost importance to parents. In order to choose the best education environment for a child, certain matters have to be taken into consideration. Parents need to be educated on the advantages and disadvantages of both public and home school education. Having all the information would enable them to make the best decision for their child’s education. One type of academic setting may be suitable for some children and not others. “In 2007, the number of homeschooled students was about 1.5 million, an increase from 850,000 in 1999 and 1.1 million in 2003. The percentage of the school-age population that was homeschooled increased from 1.7 percent in 1999 to 2.9 percent in 2007. The increase in the percentage of homeschooled students from 1999 to 2007 represents a 74 percent relative increase over the 8-year period and a 36 percent relative increase since 2003” (U.S. Department of Education). These facts support the view that the trend of parents moving to educate their children at home is more beneficial to the child. Because each child is different and may have different needs, they would benefit from an individualized attention setting in order to grow and thrive which cannot be provided by the public school system. If a child is in a setting that is not suitable for them...
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...the future men and women of America. Since private schools can be a heavy burden on one’s wallet, most people are left choosing between public education and home schooling. They both have their own advantages, and disadvantages, making it difficult to choose between the two. There are many factors that must be considered while deciding which is more suitable. However, some of the most important would be the instructors, how well the students’ needs are met, and the overall effectiveness of each. Where a student’s learning takes place is not nearly as important as who is educating them. It is of great importance that the person entrusted with the task of educating students be well qualified to do so. Some parents enjoy the idea of home schooling because they can teach their children themselves, or choose who does. However, the task of ensuring the chosen instructor is of sound credibility can be a daunting one. Although home schooling allows for the opportunity to choose a student’s instructor, the teachers within the public education system are all guaranteed to be certified. They also have a set curriculum for their students that they are comfortable with. However, home schooling gives you the opportunity to oversee the student’s curriculum, giving you the chance to change it as you see fit. Another benefit of home schooling is that the student does not need to change instructors annually. The same one can be used for a number of years allowing for a strong and trusting...
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...the similarities and differences before deciding whether home schooling or private schooling is better for their children. When you went to school there was a good chance you were going to go to a public school or private school. Back then the choices where very simple. Not anymore, today schooling is an interesting topic for our nation. There are many questions asked what the times they will be in school is, do they have to wear uniforms, what kind of extra circulators do they have, and how much does it cost. Every parent wants to make the best decision and now that home schooling is an optionand more and more are switching their kids. The behaviors, health, and attitude are better. What more could a parent ask for that is what every parent wants and only the parent acan make thst happen. Know that there is a choice to home school your child it is more ongoing in this country because of the better outcomes with the children. Home schooling has a lot of different benefits not having to worry about time, and it has been said that it makes kids smarter. When your child goes to a school you have to make sure to get them on the bus, then off the bus especially with smaller children. It takes a lot of time and you have to have a plan for what is going to happen every day your child attends school. In most schools there are so many kids it is hard for children to get that individual time, well not for home schooled children they can get all the one on one time needed because their...
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