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What Is Cyberschooling?Cyberschooling -- learning on the Internet -- is not separate from homeschooling, but rather one more choice available to those who choose to learn at home.School and Learning
Can My Child Be Homeschooled and Attend Public School?As long as your daughter is enrolled in a public school, even part-time, she must continue to meet that school's specific requirements. The advantages of homeschooling will be nullified.School and Learning
Mother Wants to Homeschool, but Father Is ReluctantA teaching degree is not necessary to teach your children. A loving, safe environment with a variety of learning opportunities will provide your kids with everything they need to succeed.School and Learning
Ten Questions About HomeschoolingI can answer each of your questions briefly.School and Learning
Teacher Needs Advice!A teacher seeks recommended resources to help her teach a gifted child.School and Learning
How Busy Should a Gifted Child Be?It's sometimes difficult to restrain a gifted and talented student who wants to take part in every interesting activity.School and Learning
Not Gifted Enough for the ProgramWhen a child's academic skills are uneven, seek an educational assessment to determine how the school can best serve him.Kids
Gifted and Perfectionist, Like Her MomPerfectionism can be a problem for gifted kids, especially girls, but there are ways parents can help.Kids
Challenging Authority at HomeWhen your child challenges your authority, there are ways to handle the conflict without damaging his independent thinking.Kids
Parent Concerned About Dropping GradesWhen "B" grades indicate a drop in your child's performance, you need to step in.School and Learning
The Importance of a High-School DiplomaA high-school diploma should never be considered a waste of time and effort. At the very least, those four years can teach you how to use your mind in a variety of ways.Kids
Learning Disabled and GiftedA wise parent sees the potential in her son beyond the labels currently being placed on him.School and Learning
Revealing Personal Problems in a College ApplicationRevealing past problems in a personal essay can actually improve the chances of being admitted to college.School and Learning
Parent Seeks a Sample IHIP (Individualized Home Instruction Plan)Read the extensive Questions and Answers published by the New York State Education Department. Unfortunately, New York is not a "homeschool-friendly" state.School and Learning
Why Do Parents Homeschool?Homeschooled kids consistently score higher than their schooled peers on standardized tests. Their learning often takes place in less than two hours a day, leaving them free time to enjoy doing what every other child has to wait until the weekend to do -- ride their bikes, roller blade, etc.School and Learning
Teen Wants Parents to Agree to HomeschoolingTo convince your parents of the many advantages of homeschooling, do some reading and research.
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