It's a bit of a handicap but not permanent. Overgratification is better than none at all, which is what I got while being homeschooled. #1 reason I wanted to go right there. Yeah that is true, I'm not a big fan of sports, cept the occasional soccer game. Considering I live in a small town where the only other social place is the church, yes I probably missed a lot. Meh, I had no trouble finding a job before. Having a teacher I'd imagine helps, cause I sure didn't. My homeschooling experience through highschool was basically every year I had my books given to me and if I was lucky I would be tested every so often. I didn't get to choose what books I got and if I needed help I was on my own. I'm having to relearn some stuff in college and I'm learning it so much better when I actually have a teacher to ask for help every now and then instead of trying to wade through it on my own.
I see. Thank you for letting us see a little more of why you sometimes sound negative toward homeschooling. I'm glad that you're enjoying college. You are, aren't you?
In comparison yes, school is school but it's nice seeing my progress and it offers a lot more tools than homeschooling could. I actually do about half my classwork online.
Euph- are you talking independant study or actual home school with your parent there helping when needed and encourging you?
I find there is a world of difference between homeschooling and homestudy or independent study. They do not compare. Once upon a time, I checked with the public school about having Emma put into an independent study program. We were not going to receive any books at all. It was strictly stacks of paper. I knew this wasn't for us. Patty
my friend's teen could not get into the public school because it was too crowded so while she was on the waiting list they did independant study , instead of home school, her mom had to go back to work at that time. Well she said she hated it, she liked it better when she actually home schooled. She would go in once a week to see a teacher at a Jr High in the area where they have the independant/public school home school set up for highschool in our town. she had to get all her questions in that one day and everything , any instructions etc. Did not sound very supportive.
Euph, didn't you only just this week or last turn 18? So you were admitted to college early? How long have you been taking college classes now? Seems to me even your home study classes "learned ya good". In addition, your worldview is very different than a lot of us on here. The very things you are upset that you missed are some of the things we WANT to avoid with our children. Just my two cents there.
I was surprised that the independent study program did not offer books. I was also told that I would have to complete the same number of hours as the public school completed. It was rather odd because they were against homeschooling because parents are not qualified to teach their children and yet they are qualified to teach through an independent program. Either way I am still teaching my own child, correct? I suppose they think that since they are giving me copied sheets from books, then I have the proper material. In this case it was the proper stack of papers. I would have to meet with the director every two weeks to turn in Emma's papers and cover any questions I may have. Hmm! Patty
Euph, i am sorry it was a negatie experience for you. Can you talk to your parents about it? My eldest will be high school age next year (2008). I have been looking at the curriculum requirements, as well as other opportunities. We are excited, I am a bit nervous...I can't quite figure out how we will fit it all in, but at the same time so much of it looks so exciting. And the opportunities for other stuff are huge...they could complete a diploma in music while still in high school, or work one day a week and still have time for school and sports, or learn to sail a tall ship.....the possibilities are endless when you are not tied to school times. My children choose to hs. They have been out to school, and have no desire to go back there. So we step into the next part of the adventure, together. I would love to see a nuggets of wisdom section("NOW"??) here and to learn from you all. Prairie - in many ways I am glad that you said that the academics are not the hardest part, becuase right now that's the part that concerns me, lol.
I took a few classes in my senior year, I'll be going full time in the fall. Probably the only thing of substance I walked away with from my homeschooling was a deep respect for just how much a good teacher, support, and proper teaching materials can help. That much independence really put a bad taste in my mouth. As for the world view, I just don't follow arbitrary rules. Life seems hard enough to get through no point adding to it.
Unless you're referring to the Owner's Manual. In that case, I'd think following those rules would make life easier.
As some have said, that's not homeschooling. You can't lump what happened with you through highschool with homeschooling! What you did was independent study, and to put down homeschooling because you didn't like homeschooling doesn't really make sense! I'm sorry that happened to you! Some kids LOVE that aspect of independent study---they have the drive to do their work and succeed, and they do very well with that! I'm like you, I preferred having a teacher help direct me, answer questions and give the tests. I did one year of independent study and I didn't care for it---but I never would say I was homeschooled! *********************************************** "In comparison yes, school is school but it's nice seeing my progress and it offers a lot more tools than homeschooling could. I actually do about half my classwork online." That's an interesting statement. What tools does it offer that homeschooling doesn't? That's kind of a "lump" statement, so I'm curious as to details of what you mean. There is so much available when you homeschool that I get overwhelmed sometimes! I think you can find ANYTHING when you homeschool that you could when going to ps, only in a WAY better environment! BTW, dating can be very hurtful, especially when young and when people go from person to person to person..... It isn't all it's cracked up to be! In the long-run, it's best to save yourself for the one you plan to marry! Saves you and others a LOT of heartache!
Yes, Deena, well said I wanted to say something but didn't know how to write it... and you did for me, thanks so much..
Online instruction and programs specifically tailored to the curriculum, a professor who I can talk to, the ability to do 2 semesters of work in 1, and classmates. It's only hurtful if you fail to realize that your highschool relationship is destined to fail in the end and just do it for fun. Anyone who looks for REAL commitment at that age is just asking for it.
I found this-- lesson plans for preparing for CLEPs http://clepprep.tripod.com/cleplessonplans/ on the left are the lesson plans **WARNING**PLEASE MUTE before opening--really annoying music!!
