Kinesthetic learner -A kinesthetic learner learns by doing, and while doing. A kinesthetic learner is in constant motion and can be labeled ADHD because it may look like they are not paying attention during instruction. Learning Methods (learning styles) – Everyone learns in a different way. Learning methods focus on the different ways people process information. My learning the way your child learns, you will be able to teach them in the most efficient and affective way for them. A child’s temperament and weaknesses are also evaluated when determining learning methods or styles. To learn more about learning methods, you … Continue reading →

PACE – (also called (Paces) is a curriculum type associated with the curriculum material published by the School of Tomorrow, also known as Accelerated Christian Education. The curriculum is broken down into bite size work texts (combination of workbook and textbooks), usually 12 per course per year. These smaller workbooks will give the child a sense of accomplishment as they complete each section while making it apparent how much work still has to be done. This will help the child to keep on track though many accelerate faster using this type of program. Part-time homeschooling – Part time homeschooling is … Continue reading →

Holistic approach: In medicine, holiatry refers to care of the entire patient. (dictionary.com) In homeschooling, a holistic approach is giving attention to the entire child. This means paying attention to the mind, body, and spirit of the child. Instead of academic “curriculum” that comes in instructional packages, the child learns through direct engagement with the environment. Holistic education nurtures a sense of wonder. The Montessori and Waldorf methods are types of the holistic approach to learning. Homeschooling: Simply put, homeschooling is educating at home instead of in private or government schools. While also written as ‘home schooling’ and ‘home education’, … Continue reading →

Diagnostic Testing – To determine your child’s strengths and weaknesses, you will want to administer diagnostic testing. You can secure diagnostic tests from different curriculum providers, and online sources. You also have the option of having a question and answer session, with your child and other creative means to determining what your child knows, and needs to learn. Dual enrollment– When a high school student is also enrolled in college while also receiving credits high school from a single class or classes, they are dual enrolled. This program is often used by advanced high school students. Homeschoolers may also utilize … Continue reading →

Acceleration: In the academic sense, acceleration means to move forward faster than other children of the same grade do. In homeschooling, children accelerate or move forward at their own rate, which may be faster or slower than other kids may from subject to subject. Accidental homeschoolers “is a term coined by Time4Learning (a homeschool curriculum provider) to describe large groups of homeschoolers who seem underrepresented in the public portrayal of homeschoolers.” These homeschoolers never planned to homeschool and rarely do it strictly for religious reasons. Accommodations are tools used to assist a child with learning. Special needs and handicapped children … Continue reading →