The Well-Trained Mind podcast
Our Education Journeys
Aug 25, 2023
Experienced home educators share personal stories of homeschooling in a church environment, varied homeschooling experiences, and navigating the balance of education and indoctrination. They discuss the pros and cons of growing up homeschooled, with a focus on reading, goal setting, and personal growth.
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- Homeschooling provided academic freedom and personalized learning experiences.
- Negative effects of controlling educational environments and lack of academic autonomy.
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Academic Frustration Leads to Homeschooling
The speaker's mother began their homeschooling journey in 1972 out of academic frustration, as she felt traditional schooling failed to provide foundational skills. Her siblings were proficient in reading before attending school, resulting in boredom and behavioral challenges. Despite societal norms against homeschooling at the time, the speaker's mother took a pioneering step towards educating her children at home.
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