Homeschooling has been a controversial topic in the 21st century. The society has a tendency to view homeschooled kids as being ‘antisocial’ or’religious.’ Terms like these are often associated with homeschooling. Homeschooling is not new to the educational system, despite the controversy. Does a child have to attend school? Why is homeschooling bad? Homeschooling has skyrocketed in the United States over the last 20 years. This is according to the United States Department of Education. Does this method provide the children with all they need in today’s society? Neuman Guterman states that homeschooled children’s academic abilities are superior to traditional school peers. This is proven by numerous studies. Homeschooling is not recommended because it can negatively affect children’s social skills.
Homeschooling is a great option for children because it allows them to be flexible. Doo believes that flexible and manageable schedules for curriculum are important factors in the ability of a child to learn. Homeschooling is a flexible option that compensates for a student’s slow pace of learning. Parents can modify their child’s school schedule so that it focuses on improving weak points while keeping a pace the student can follow. The flexibility of the schedule also allows children to develop their hobbies, such as sports, music, or arts. Martin believes that homeschooling can take place anywhere, including the natural environment of the home. For example, libraries provide children with a wealth of information not found in classrooms. Students who are homeschooled will also have the opportunity to learn visually. They may be able experience historical places first-hand instead of only reading about them in textbooks.
Homeschooling is also a good option, as children are less likely to be exposed to negative influences and stimulants. Negative peer influences can have a major impact on students’ attitudes and behavior. Parental homeschooling is a great way to resolve such issues. They can teach children how to differentiate between friends who are positive influences and those who are negative. Homeschooling allows parents to stop bullying, which has become a worldwide issue over the past decade. Victims have been linked to academic declines. Homeschooled children are less likely to be exposed to drug abuse, gambling and alcoholism. Because conventional schools are publicly accessible to all of society, it is inevitable for children to be exposed the society’s negative aspects: drug abuse, violence, and adultery. Children who are homeschooled can be effectively protected from such influences, as they are monitored regularly and kept away from those who may have a negative influence.
The majority of the society thinks that homeschooling can affect a child’s social interaction with others. Homeschooling has a stereotype of children being isolated from the rest of society and having a limited social circle. Socialization is difficult due to a small social circle. This argument is irrelevant because homeschooled pupils are encouraged by their teachers to make new friends and interact with others, not to be isolated. Medlin says that homeschooled kids are given enough socialization experience, which could be more beneficial than what conventional schools provide. Homeschooled students do not have a limited social circle, as is commonly believed. They socialize with people of all ages, unlike their peers. Homeschooled students should be encouraged to make friends with people of all ages, regardless their age. Homeschooling is often misunderstood in terms of socialization. This misconception contributes greatly to why society does not acknowledge the benefits of homeschooling.
ConclusionIn short, homeschooling can lead to abnormal socialization in children. But, the flexibility and safety from substances that are legalized and unmoral influences should be encouraged by society. As homeschooling grows exponentially, crime rates and criminal activities will decrease gradually in the future as fewer children are involved in social issues. Homeschooling will be more popular in the future and parents may even choose to homeschool their children. Homeschooled children will also achieve academically better than conventional school students due to their adaptability and creativity.
