Homeschool With Success
Details + Objectives
Course code: hss
Homeschooling can be a bit of a mystery if you're new to the topic. In this course, you'll start at the beginning, delving into the history of homeschooling and examining its status today in all 50 states. You'll see how to find the laws and regulations that govern your community and you might be surprised to learn that homeschooling is legal and growing all around you. As you discover what you need to know to homeschool your children, you'll also become familiar with the terminology the homeschool community uses.
You'll see how homeschooling gives you the opportunity to socialize your children as well as build long-lasting and productive relationships with peers and adults. You'll also find out how homeschooling gives you unique opportunities to teach valuable life skills. From manners to money management, you can be sure your children master subjects that don't make it into most textbooks. You'll also learn about full-time homeschooling for travelers and how it can fit into their adventurous lives. When you finish this course, you'll have lots of information and guidance to plot your homeschooling course for years to come!
What you will learn
- Become familiar with the terminology the homeschool community uses
- Learn how to take your children out of school and make their transition to homeschooling both fun and effective
- Explore a variety of types of homeschooling so you can choose the one that best fits your family's lifestyle
- Understand the opportunity to socialize your children as well as build long-lasting and productive relationships with peers and adults
- Explore homeschool support groups
How you will benefit
- Receive information and guidance that can set you up for homeschooling success
- Learn the different types of homeschooling options so you can make an informed decision about what will work best for your family
- Make the transition from to homeschooling a positive one for your children
How the course is taught
- Instructor-Moderated or Self-Guided online course
- 6 Weeks or 3 Months access
- 24 course hours
Instructors & Support
Beverly Richards Schulz
Beverly Richards Schulz is an award-winning photographer and graduate of the New York Institute of Photography. With more than 35 years of teaching experience, she has written over 30 digital photography and digital editing courses. She co-authored the book "Photoshop Elements 14 — What's New?" She also teaches our "Homeschool with Success" course, has homeschooled her son through high school graduation, and has held positions in a local homeschool group leadership team for several years.
Instructor Interaction: The instructor looks forward to interacting with learners in the online moderated discussion area to share their expertise and answer any questions you may have on the course content.
Requirements
Prerequisites:
There are no prerequisites to take this course.
Requirements:
Hardware Requirements:
- This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.
Software Requirements:
- PC: Windows 8 or later.
- Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
- Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
- Adobe Acrobat Reader.
- Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
Other:
- Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.
Instructional Material Requirements:
The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.