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We just finished our first year of homeschooling. When in public school, I really was the one who kept track of their homework, in homeschool, we never did anything like that. I would like my children to be able to manage their own time in order to meet deadlines. How best to do this?

2006-06-20 02:36:26 · 8 answers · asked by Mollyismydog 3 in Education & Reference Home Schooling

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You can have the school board check a portfolio of their work at the end of the year. It will help ensure that they not only are educated up to par, but that theyre completing enough work to stay competitive.

Having them put together this portfolio throughout the year will give them a sense of responsibility, since if the school decides they didnt do enough, or good quality work they will not give them their stamp of approval. Which is about like failing a grade. Although in home schooling thats impossible because as long as your child can learn you can finish three times as much work in one year as a public school would.

I home schooled off and on throughout my school age. I finished high school in two years, and educated myself from text books and the library. I did it myself and passed with flying colors at 16. I dont believe there is anything better for a childs education than homeschooling, so long as they get enough time with other children and in the real world.

2006-06-20 02:42:38 · answer #1 · answered by amosunknown 7 · 0 1

Greetings,

State law varies in what is required for you to keep from a legal standpoint. Depending on where you live and what reason you have chosen for your homeschooling, some of the information you give to your state officials may provide the accountability you are seeking.

Your children are going to follow your lead. If you have a weekly plan and then pass that information on to them, they will be more likely to follow through as well.

Alto of this depends on the age of the child as well. For example, your 5 or 6 year-old will not have the same ability to track work completed as a 15-year-old.

As with most things, your children will need to be trained how to meet deadlines. Sit down with them and break the work to be done into manageable blocks. The next time you have a project to do, give less input. Continue this process until you are only giving feedback.

There will be times when they may find they didn't plan and will have to forgo an afternoon outing to get things done. It's all part of the learning process.

For a means of tracking grades and homework, again start by seeing what is required in your state.

If you did make a weekly planner, you can jot down grades for tests, projects, quizzes, etc. right next to the work in your planner. This makes grading at the end of the year easier...and accurate!

Happy homeschooling

2006-06-20 04:13:52 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

I'm an education major and I actually just got done taking a class where this was a major topic. Where you child goes to school should depend on the individual child. You want to send your student to where they can develop the most. If you feel that the public schools in your area are not sufficient enough then don't send your student there. A lot of public schools in America are not doing too well so I can definitely understand your worry. Private schools may or may not work, sometimes parents can't afford them or don't believe in what they may stand for. Home schooling can be very successful for some, although others may argue that it keeps them from developing socially or having a sense of self. If you're afraid of you student lacking friends get them involved in some kind of activity, or camps, most communities offer a bunch of things for kids to do. Students are all different and should go to school where you think they can do their best. Some do better in public while others do better in homeschool, that's why they are all offered.There is no right or wrong way, just each persons individual belief.

2016-05-20 04:37:06 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

First, who says you can't give homework? Second, is homework really the best way to promote accountability?

Chores are a great way to promote accountability. Depending on the child's age, you could put them in charge of paying a bill each month. You'd have to sign the check, but they could make sure it gets in the mail (or that it's paid online).

You could have an "open house" for friends and family and have projects that need to be completed by then. Scouting merit badges work well for teaching accountability.

My oldest son is responsible for making sure that he covers his list of subject matter each day. He writes down what he's done in a log that I check periodically. His schoolwork is one of his "chores". If it's not done by the time Dad gets home, he doesn't get credit for doing it, but he still has to finish it. We didn't start this until he was about 10, and that's probably when I'll start it with my younger ones, as well.

You do have to think outside the box when you're homeschooling, but try not to get stuck in the trap of trying to recreate school at home. It's usually a recipe for disaster.

Oh, and congratulations on completing your first year. May you have many more happy years at home with your children.

2006-06-20 12:39:54 · answer #4 · answered by jmanty 3 · 0 0

Keep in mind, the whole point of homeschooling is to let them work at their own pace, so you really don't need deadlines, unless you're just trying to teach them to be responsible. But even then, do it loosely. I would do two things. First, determine a very easy goal to set each week, or every two weeks, depending on their skills and ability. Then, set something up so that if they meet that goal ahead of time, they get a special treat, like renting a video, or whatevery you decide is appropriate. This will boost their self-confidence, because they are meeting their goals quickly. Just make sure they don't lose the emphasis on RETENTION, just to get the reward. Then, whatever the goals are that you decide is appropriate, make up a chart on one of those dry-erase boards or a chalkboard, so they can SEE their work for that week, and as they complete the work, they can check it off. Rewards work a lot better in instilling accountability than taking things away if they don't meet their goals, because it gives them something to work towards, without the added pressure of worrying about if they DON'T reach their goals. Good luck, and most importantly, have fun!

2006-06-20 06:21:21 · answer #5 · answered by Angie 4 · 0 0

You should make deadlines just like in regular school. Hold your children to it. Don't give into the pleading puppy eyes. For this part of their life you are teacher. You must be somewhat strict or they will not learn time management and the meaning of deadlines.

2006-06-20 07:14:36 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

Make a deadline chart for all assignments and tell the kids that you will give the assignment and post the due date and will not be accepting assignments late. Perhaps have a penalty for a late assignment like removel of a privledge like going out with friends or skipping a snack. Kids like goals and limits. They will need these skills in future life.

2006-06-20 08:08:15 · answer #7 · answered by bramblerock 5 · 0 0

If there is a project or research needed, make a schedule for them telling them which step is due when. For example, brainstorm assigned Friday due Monday; Outline due Tuesday; Rough draft Thursday; and final Project due Monday. Just put a time frame on projects. If your curriculum does not include projects create some for their interests, let them pick the topic.

Home School Mom of 5 years.

2006-06-20 03:53:06 · answer #8 · answered by MomOfThree 3 · 0 0

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