Homeschooling from online websites or computer programs can be used to supplement one or more subjects or as an entire curriculum. The number of Internet or computer-based learning sites has been growing rapidly. Popular subjects to teach or supplement with the computer include keyboarding, math drills, music theory and foreign languages. Online courses are commonly
When a child is learning independently, they are taking full responsibility for their learning. Often homeschool families gradually move to this style of homeschooling as their students get older, particularly for high school studies. Following a structured learning plan, the child will read the lesson in the textbook (or watch the video), answer the questions
DVD or Video schooling can be used to supplement a single subject or as an entire curriculum. Some Math and Science textbooks have accompanying DVDs to explain concepts. Children can learn to use word processing and other office tools for assignments. There is a broad range of educational software to help teach Math, Phonics, Geography,
Charlotte Mason was a British educator in the late 1800s and early 1900s. She believed that children are persons in their own right deserving of respect and that they learn best when they are given time to play, create, and be involved in real-life situations. The Charlotte Mason method emphasizes short lessons covering a wide variety
Eclectic or relaxed homeschooling is a popular style of homeschooling where home educators take bits and pieces from a variety of different methods. It is a style that many homeschoolers default to after they get to know which programs work best for their children. Often, they will evaluate their students’ learning styles and watch closely
