Question by Libby: where can i find a homeschool or online classes to finsh high school?
I'm a working mother and i dont have alot of time. I want to finsh high school but dont have time to go to school because of my baby and work. I have been look at homeschool but am scared they are all spams. I dont have alot of money to just put on something thats not real. Im 18 and will not give up on my dreams. I want to be able to give my baby everything.
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Answer by Mary A Depending on where you live there are many options. There are free online charter schools and private ones as well.
Many online charter schools are popping up all over. Many of them are now using k12 products. k12 schoolsare good for many reasons. Each student is given a placement test and then given individualized curriculum based on his or her individual needs. With the help of online charter schools today, homeschooling can be much easier than it used to be. They provide you with everything you need, a computer, a printer, books, supplies, and teachers that you can both email and call for help and assistance. This is free and there are no charges. Online schools are definitely becoming a way of the future for the children in generations to come.
Going to an online school is no different than going to a traditional public school or a private school. They graduate with a real diploma the same as any school. My son graduated from an online charter school and now attends a private university (University Of Dayton) with scholarships. They will also help you with making sure that all state required tests are done yearly and proficiencies are completed for graduation.
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Question by Georgia Mom: Do you find homeschool kids to be socially stunted?
I am a work with families in the middle ga area and find so many of the families I come into contact with that homeschool have very socially stunted children. I'm concerned for them as they grow into adult. Any suggestions I can offer to help them. How do you give your children social experiences to prevent social awkwardness.
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Answer by alwaysmoose I am finding more and more kids that are breaking that stereotype, but in general thats how it is.
Question by Duchess: Where can I find a good Homeschool group in the Detroit Area?
I'm new to this area and live in a suburb ... I'm looking for a homeschool group as that's how my own children are schooled. Where we used to live I belonged to one, but here ... I can't seem to find any very easily. Any ideas?
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Answer by FreeThinker Boy, I can see why you're having such a hard time. I googled and couldn't find a thing to try and help out. However, at Jon's Homeschool Resources site I was able to find the following: http://www.midnightbeach.com/hs/Michigan.html I didn't weed through the whole thing to specifically find Detroit but mostly because I do not know which surrounding suburb you live in. Have you tried to do a specific suburb homeschool search?
Places to Find High School Level Courses for Homeschoolers
The world has become a global village with the boom in communication methods.The internet has brought the world to our homes. It is not surprising then that home based activities like homeschooling have boomed. It is a lot easier for parents to find and design school level curriculum according to their needs on the net. Joining home schooling groups is also a good idea as other parents share their experiences. Magazines are also are a great help in finding courses.
Published Curriculum
Most home schools offer packaged curriculum from kindergarten through to the high school years. These usually include text books and workbooks, a teacher's guide, and tests and quizzes. Many offer parents the freedom to choose the courses in the curriculum as per their wishes. These courses usually charged and may include audio visual methods for teaching. A few religious societies also offer such packages for free.
Online Courses/Distance Learning
These can vary from real-time classes with live professors to simple online lessons where you send in your work via email to be graded and returned. This type of program allows you to pick and choose which courses you would like to take, and many are offered for a low fee or even for free.
Correspondence School
This type of learning is similar to distance learning, but usually occurs without the aid of a computer. Correspondence courses often include input from a consultant who provides your testing, grading, and record keeping via standard mail. Correspondence coursework can be attempted in the individual class or can cover an entire curriculum, including a high school diploma, if desired.
Advanced Placement Courses
These are advanced courses are designed to prepare your high schooler for continuing education. The classes are comparable with college-level classes, and students who complete them are eligible to take the AP Exams, administered by the College Board. If a student scores high enough in the exams, he or she can count the AP course as college credit.
Dual Enrollment
Homeschooled students can take advantage of coursework offered at their local community college and apply it in their high school transcript. This is called dual enrollment and can be taken up once your child is a junior in high school. The classes taken will then also count toward a further associate's degree, if they choose to continue within the community college program. This dual enrollment is available at few community colleges only.
Unschooling Families
Those who have chosen to school their children through the elementary and middle school years, may continue to desire this path for their high schoolers as well. Many let their children pick and choose courses from their local community colleges, or online distance education programs. They also utilize local internships and apprenticeships, as well as volunteer opportunities to allow their children to find direction for the future.
Home schooling is gaining popularity in the USA and there is a wide choice available to anyone who wishes to have their kids educated at home. The key is in identifying your family goals and choosing the right courses for the same.
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