PWE046 Misconceptions of Homeschooling with Laura Graves

Passionately Wrong Podcast Episode E046

Misconceptions about Homeschooling with Laura Graves

Key takeaway: There are many myths about homeschooling. Laura talks about these and gives a clear-eyed look about what homeschooling is really like, including the costs and the many benefits. 

Topics covered in this video: 

• Laura’s bio: early university graduation, teaching experience
• Her intro to homeschooling and early reflections about it
• Laura’s thoughts on why more parents don’t consider homeschooling
• Qualifications (formal and informal) that contribute to one’s success
• Socialization benefits from homeschooling (spending time with adults)
• The time demands, scheduling, and time off for the parent
• More free time for both parents and kids, if done right
• Why homeschooling can be demonized
• How actual results compare
• Control over subject matters being taught, and time spent teaching them
• Scaling up, and earning money on the side

Resources in this video

https://www.k12courses.com/

Curriculum reviews: https://www.thehomeschoolmom.com/

Video Quizzes: edpuzzle.com