Those who homeschool their children are often asked, “What about socialization?” There’s a general belief that being in a brick and mortar school guarantees that your children will build healthy friendships and that homeschooling lacks opportunities for connection with peers. The truth is that homeschooling enables parents to give their children a well-rounded education that …
While homeschooling works well for many Alberta families for the level of control and comfort it provides over a child’s educational progress, some parents may be uncomfortable teaching complex subjects at higher grade levels. Online education, led by Alberta-certified teachers like those at The Centre for Learning@HOME, is great for providing the instruction and assessment …
It’s not uncommon for a homeschooling family to be the only ones in the area and/or the only members of an extended family that have chosen this educational option. While this can be overwhelming and isolating, being a part of one of the numerous support groups throughout Alberta can offer insight and knowledge from other …
When parents choose homeschooling for their children, they opt for greater involvement in their children’s education. This allows the parent the flexibility to customize a program to meet the specific learning needs of their children. The type of homeschooling program you select will determine what resources you need. In a home education program, parents select …
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