The Hannah Frankman Podcast

Should I Homeschool My Kids?

May 9, 2024

Exploring alternative education, opting out of college, advice for parents, why not to stress about grades, embracing efficiency, liberal arts education importance, giving children agency in learning, and choosing the right school for kids.

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Quick takeaways

Tailoring education to individual needs is crucial, embracing efficiency and practical learning methods.

Fostering independence and creativity through self-directed education is beneficial, prioritizing essential life skills alongside academics.

Deep dives

Hannah's Alternative Education Journey

Hannah shares her personal journey with alternative education, influenced by her early experiences in a Montessori-inspired preschool and kindergarten. She explains how her parents' considerations, school tours, and a pros and cons list led to their decision to homeschool her, emphasizing the importance of tailoring education to the individual child's needs and interests.

Introduction

3min

Early Educational Experiences: Montessori, Bullying, and Decision-Making

7min

From Doll Making to Self-Directed Learning: A Journey of Entrepreneurship and Academia

3min

Navigating Education: A Journey Beyond College

11min

Redefining Education in the Digital Age

10min

Redefining Education: Learning Over Grades

7min

Fostering Critical Thinking and Social Development in Education

11min

Tailoring Homeschooling to Your Child's Individuality

4min

We’re doing something a little different in this episode. After nearly 50 interviews, we bring you the first ever solocast. Expect to learn Hannah’s personal alternative education experience, why she chose not to go to college, advice for parents, answers to the most frequently asked questions, and how to think about choosing a school for your child.

Chapters:

0:00 - Intro

1:24 - The Active Mind Conference

2:31 - Hannah’s Formative Education Story

12:06 - High School Experience

13:56 - Choosing Not to Go to College

17:37 - Discovering and Working for Praxis

25:09 - Advice For Parents

25:21 - Don’t Stress Out About College

28:53 - School As We Know it is an Outdated Idea

32:17 - Teach Your Kids How to Learn

34:00 - Don’t Stress Out About Grades