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Archive for December, 2010

Establish program details including the time you can spend working with your child, the time you want your child to work independently, the books to use as a part of the curriculum, field trips and curriculum with lesson plans. Follow a schedule and have tests regularly, if structure and discipline are your top priorities. Allow flexibility, if you value developing creativity and learning more. Use the “Approaches to Learning” chart to identify the best homeschooling approach that works for you. Remember, traditional, Charlotte Mason, classical, unit study, unschooling or relaxed homeschooling, independent study, eclectic and umbrella program are the most popular approaches to homeschooling.
Review your competency and confidence, time available for planning and preparation, budget and other influences. Review FAQs, homeschooling issues and concerns, and online journals to learn and connect with other homeschoolers. Approach your homeschooling program based on the assessment and your convictions, values and needs.Write the goals for each course. Select content and methods based on your child’s learning style. You can download course goals from the internet and modify them. Using standard goals will help you to exceed the state standards. Fine-tune the curriculum to suit your child’s learning style. Follow teaching guidelines based on good practices during sessions. Check your progress and assess year-end accomplishments.