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Affirmative: The child being homeschooled gets more freedom when choosing what they want to learn about, rather than following a curriculum made by an association of teachers. They can also plan vacations whenever they want since their hours of freedom do not revolve around school. Peer pressure or bullying will not be a problem with homeschooling, and their self-esteem will remain strong.
Negative: The kids will not know proper socialization skills. They will also develop lazy habits. The parents will not have very much time to themselves, or they will be spending a substantial amount of their money on paying for someone to come to their home to teach their kids. They will also have difficulties being able to find sports to compete in, therefore being athletic and active would be at a disadvantage.
https://www.familyeducation.com/school/homeschooling-support/homeschooling-pros-cons?page=2

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Homeschooling

The affirmative side states that homeschooled students have a choice in what they study and learn what they want, when they want, and for as long as they want. Students who get homeschooled have a more flexible schedule to do things outside of school with their lives no longer revolving around school hours and homework. These families can live their lives according to what works for them and still get an education. Peer pressure and bullying can have a huge affect on whether someone is homeschooled or not. Studies show that most homeschooled students have a higher self-esteem that stays intact and these students can continue to thrive.

The negative side states that homeschooling your kids takes away a lot of time from the parents. Most parents who homeschool don’t sit at the table with a book and their child(ren). The kids have hands-on experiences and activities and planning these things can be very time consuming. It can also cause financial restraints upon families, and this can be a big sacrifice for families who are struggling to balance their budget. There are also limited team sports for the homeschooled child to involve themselves in. Sometimes where these people live also plays an impact on whether they can join teams or not and there might be different rules for different schools when it comes to this topic.

I am with the affirmative side because I think it is good that students can go at the pace they want with their learning. Sometimes bullying also has a great impact if someone is homeschooled or not and I think it is a great option for those students to get away from all of the negative people at public school.

https://www.familyeducation.com/school/homeschooling-support/homeschooling-pros-cons?page=2

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Pros: Educational freedom. Getting to learn what you want.
Getting away from a lot of peer pressure.
Stability during hard times.

Cons: Limited team sports.
Always being with family.
Distracted

My opinion: If you want to be in homeschooling then what do I care. Whatever floats your boat.

Source: https://www.familyeducation.com/school/homeschooling-support/homeschooling-pros-cons

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PRO
Educational Freedom.:Most homeschooled students have the choice to study and learn what they want, when they want, for as long as they want. This just means the basic are covered at different times and ages for the kids.

Physical Freedom: when your life no longer revolves around school hours or homework.  Your  family can  plan off-season vacations, action during week days.

CON
Financial Restraints: Typically married couple both head jobs but when homeschool one parent man not work, have an at home job or, have a business like Mary Kay or Avon something along those lines. This could make a huge sacrifice.

Limited Team Sports: Depending on where you live, homeschoolers may or may not be welcome to with their public-schooled peers. So sport and physical active could be stuff yo find.

Opinion: I am on the con side I feel kids should attend public school. I thinK is sets goals for studentS and gives you a life experience.

https://www.familyeducation.com/school/homeschooling-support/homeschooling-pros-cons?page=2

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Pros
Almost all homeschooling families say that homeschooling has played an essential role in bringing their family closer.
Families can schedule off-season vacations, go on field trips or visit museums, zoos and parks during the week as part of their learning experience.

Cons
In order to homeschool their kids, one of the parents usually forgo full-time employment and this can hurt the family’s finances.
Many homeschooling families mention the lack of available community sports activities wherein their kids can be accepted.

I am for homeschooling. If it works for that student to learn from home and it works with the family. I say go for it but its not for everyone.
http://www.publicschools.org/homeschooling-pros-cons/

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Homeschooling

Pros- It is becoming more and more popular growing 7 to 15 percent each year. Students that are homeschooled do good on testing and are welcomed at colleges. As they grow older they tend to be self-directed learners and reliable employees. They have the choice to study and learn what they want and not something they have no interest in. Families can plan vacations and events whenever they please. Homeschooled kids show a higher self-esteem due to acting and dressing the way they want without feeling the need to fit in.

Cons- It takes up much of the parents time. For families who struggle financial, homeschooling would not be the best choice being one parent would have to stay home all day not making much of an income while the other is always away trying to keep the family afloat. It can be hard on the parents to be with their child everyday, all day. Depending on the situation the student may or may not be able to participate in sports.

In my opinion I think homeschooling could be more beneficial to a student who doesn't enjoy going to school and has a rough time getting along with other peers. Then again I think it is important to go out of your comfort zone and try things and not having the same day/routine over and over.

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Homeschooling
Pros:
Most homeschooled students have the choice to study and learn what they want, when they want, and for as long as they want. Their lives don't revolve around school hours so vacations are easier to plan. They don't have to worry about bullying or peer pressure. Homeschooling helps families cope with challenging periods in their lives.
Cons:
Homeschooling can consume the child's parent(s) lives. It could also cause financial problems .They might also have trouble socializing with different people their age since they are at home.
Opinion:
I think it depends on the person. If they feel more comfortable learning at home then I think they should do that.

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Homeschooling
The affirmative side states that most homeschooled students have the choice to study and learn what they want, when they want, for as long as they want. And they have physical freedom. After the initial shock of leaving the school system has passed, parents who homeschool say they experience a real sense of freedom.

The negative side states that most homeschooling families believe that the brief loss of income is well worth the satisfaction of watching their kids grow and learn in freedom. And while community sports activities fill the void for younger kids, teens often find limited opportunities to join sports teams, especially competitive ones.

I think it depends on the family and student. Homeschooling will be good if family and student use their time wisely.

https://www.familyeducation.com/school/homeschooling-support/homeschooling-pros-cons

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home schooling
Pros--Homeschooled kids do better on standardized testing
- homeschooled students have the choice to study and learn when they want, for as long as they want.
Cons- being at home can be distracting
It can consume the time of the parents.
I think that as long as they stay on track they can be home schooled

https://www.familyeducation.com/school/homeschooling-support/homeschooling-pros-cons?page=2

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Pros- Students that are homeschooled have the freedom to learn or study what they choose. You can choose when and where you do things. Students that are homeschooled don't have to worry about peer pressure or bulling. They also have religious freedom at home. Studies also show that families grow closer together.
Cons- It can consume a lot of the parents time. Some families of financial issues that can make homeschooling a challenge. Homeschooled kids have a limit on the sports they do.
https://www.familyeducation.com/school/homeschooling-support/homeschooling-pros-cons?page=2

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Pros and cons on online homeschooling.
Pros- Kids can easily search on Google, watch videos on Youtube, and communicate with others on apps. Online studying gives the kids a safe environment. Parents can select their courses and not have to direct them. Eighty two percent of homeschoolers prefer online studying and said the quality of the education is better than local high school. Online courses provide students with more choices and freedom. The lessons and curriculum is made for you. This type of schooling can also save money for the government.

Cons- Online studying makes public education lose its students. Makes teachers get layoffs and the unemployment rate rises. Working with multiple children can be hard because not every curriculum has different grade levels. Online work typically takes longer.

My opinion- I think online homeschooling gives people an easier, cheaper, more flexible and more convenient way of learning knowledge. It cuts down the time that parents should spend with kids on studying, but in my opinion, the computer is the kids’ teacher, which is smart enough for replacing the parents’ knowledge.
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http://www.middlewaymom.com/qa-pros-and-cons-of-virtual-school/

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Homeschooling
The positive side - Students that are homeschooled do better on standardized testing. They can travel whenever they want. Also, they don't have to miss school because of being sick and due to the weather.  Homeschooling is safer for the student because they say home.

The negative side states - One parent has to stay home that means their not working. Being a teacher at home won't give you a yearly salary. It also can be very stressful for the parents that have to teach.

I think that homeschooling is a good idea if it works for the student and family. I believe it is up to the family.

https://www.familyeducation.com/school/homeschooling-support/homeschooling-pros-cons?page=2

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Homeschooling
Pros:
Most homeschooled students have the choice to study and learn what they want, when they want, and for as long as they want. Their lives don't revolve around school hours so vacations are easier to plan. They don't have to worry about bullying or peer pressure. Homeschooling helps families cope with challenging periods in their lives.
Cons:
Homeschooling can consume the child's parent(s) lives. It could also cause financial problems .They might also have trouble socializing with different people their age since they are at home.
Opinion:
I think it depends on the person. If they feel more comfortable learning at home then I think they should do that. They can still socialize with other people even if they are homeschooled.
https://www.familyeducation.com/school/homeschooling-support/homeschooling-pros-cons?page=2

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Homeschooling
The affirmative side states that homeschooled kids don’t have to worry about being bullied and peer pressure. It also provides flexible education and a flexible schedule to work with.

The negative side states that one of the parents usually have to stop working and this can hurt there family's income a lot. In the public schooling, it allows a kid to socialise more with other kids their age.

I agree with both sides, but I’m on the pro side. I think it's up to the kid and the parents of the kid to decide whether they want to be homeschooled or not.
https://www.familyeducation.com/school/homeschooling-support/homeschooling-pros-cons

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: Homeschooling

The pros of homeschooling include:
- being a very well self-directed individual
- You learn at your own pace
- Students can choose their study topics, according to a potential specific degree in which they choose.
- Closer Family Relations
- Have a great stability during difficult times
- No endless hours of studying

Being homeschooled has it's list of cons:

- Can give you and your family large amounts of stress
- Loss of societal opportunities
- Can give an individual a hard time making friends, as that is something that is learned in elementary
-  Would have to go through a serious re-arrange of your life and habits.

In my opinion, I don't think homeschooling is a bad idea, but I wouldn't choose to take it. I enjoy playing sports, with the classmates that I've grown up with.
http://www.homeschool-companion.com/disadvantages-of-homeschooling.html

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Pro: Parents have the right to teach their children values and beliefs. Homeschooling children brings the parents closer together. Homeschooled kids dont have to worry about being bullied, and peer pressure. Parents with kids who have been the target of bullying have resorted to homeschooling to protect their kids from the harmful effects of harassment. Homeschooling parents and children enjoy about it is the fact that they no longer have to work their lives around homework and school hours. They usually accomplish in a few hours each day what typically takes a week or more to complete in a classroom setting.

Cons: It is time consuming. Homeschooling parents spend a chunk of their time planning, driving their kids to and from activities and participating in them. Ideally, in a two-parent home, one of the parents work while the other devotes time to homeschooling. It becomes even more challenging for single parents who choose to homeschool their kids because they need to balance time between work and educating their kids. In order to homeschool their kids, one of the parents usually forgo full-time employment and this can hurt the family’s finances. Many homeschooling families mention the lack of available community sports activities wherein their kids can be accepted.

http://www.publicschools.org/homeschooling-pros-cons/

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Homeschooling

Pros:
1.Time Flexibility
2. "Educational Freedom"
3. "Religious Freedom"

Con:
1. Socialization
2. The Financial Strain
3. Indoctrination

My Opinion

https://www.familyeducation.com/school/homeschooling-support/homeschooling-pros-cons

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Pros:
-Educational freedom; the freedom to choose your curriculum. This way it's easier to find classes that are at your level, specific for you
-Scheduling freedom; homeschooling opens up a lot of time for other events and plans that don't have to revolve around school hours
-No absent days; it's hard to miss school when you live at your school, so this would allow for more hours in class without having to worry about sick days, whether days, etc.
-Paced learning; depending on how long it takes a student to catch on to new subjects, this can slow or speed up the process to your need. This means a person of advanced intelligence could finish school in as little as 7 years vs 12 years+ at public school.

Cons:
-Time restraints; while homeschool will open up schedules, it also takes time out of schedules for the parents.
-Financial restraints; Curriculum can be expensive,
-Social restraints; Aside from the occasional outing, it's difficult for students to be around people their age. Unless the parent seeks out opportunities at nearby schools, they will be lacking in social interaction.

My opinion:
I have no opinion weighing to one side or the other. I personally wouldn't choose to do it, but if someone else does I wouldn't necessarily urge them to get their kids into a public school either. I believe there are pros and cons to both homeschooling and public schooling.

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Pros and cons of homeschooling:
Pro-
1. It brings families closer together. Almost all homeschooling families say that homeschooling has brought their family closer together. The time that parents spend teaching their children, and the time the kids spend learning together, can create a strong bond within the family.
2. Homeschooled kids don’t have to worry about bullying and peer pressure. Parents with kids who have been the target of bullying start homeschooling to protect their kids.
Cons-
1.  Homeschooling parents spend a lot of their time planning and driving their kids to and from activities.  In a household with two, one of the parents work while the other teachers. It becomes even more challenging for single parents, because they need to balance time between work and educating their kids.
2. Limited access to sports. Some homeschooling families create their own teams and participate in sports activities together.
I think that homeschooling is a good thing, but can agree it's not for everyone. I believe it depends on the family. Some kids may learn faster, and for some it may be more difficult.

http://www.publicschools.org/homeschooling-pros-cons/

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Homeschooling
Pros:
-It gives the student the choice to study and learn what they want.
-Families can plan off-season vacations without having to work around school hours

Cons:
-Can consume a lot of either the mom or dad's time.
-For married parents, one partner often foregoes full-time employment out of the home in order to homeschool

I am on the con's side because with one parenting teaching the student it will limit the amount of income that is needed considering in today's society you usually need two incomes to make it, instead of one.

https://www.familyeducation.com/school/homeschooling-support/homeschooling-pros-cons

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Homeschooling

The positive side states that homeschooled people are more likely to be better employees later in life. They are welcomed to colleges and generally do better on standardized tests.

The negative side states that homeschooling can be financially detrimental to families. The aren't that teaches doesn't get a yearly salary for teaching. Kids are sometimes constricted to only taking classes on the computer, thus limiting them from important social interaction.

I am on the positive side. I feel like homeschooling can be good for a child, but can also be bad. For example, keeping a child at home may cause social anxiety and other social problems later in life. However, I feel like the positives outweigh the negatives.

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Homeschooling
The positive side states that homeschooling gives children the choice of what they want to learn and focus on. They don’t have to worry about being bullied or other social issues that may happen. Being homeschooled can make it easier to incorporate religion into their everyday lives. Also, it can make the bond between the family much closer.

The negative side states that homeschooling children can take up a lot of the parents time. It can also cause financial problems because one parent is teaching the children and no longer bring in income for their family. Depending on the school some homeschooled children may not be allowed to participate in sports activities which teaches cooperation, communication, and other important skills.

I think that homeschooling is not for everyone. There are many pros and cons to being homeschooled. Not being in school every day and communicating with others may conflict with their vision of the world and that could be very difficult to comprehend when entering the real world.

https://www.familyeducation.com/school/homeschooling-support/homeschooling-pros-cons?page=2

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HomeSchooling

Pros-Most homeschooled students have their own choice how lang they want to study and learn what they want. Most homeschooled students tend to score better on test then traditional students.

Cons- Not getting social skills with same age peers. Only having 1 income. Have the same teacher all day long. Lack of discussions. Staying at home to much. Not seeing people that go to school.

I am on the positive side. I feel that homeschool can be good for some kids.

https://www.familyeducation.com/school/homeschooling-support/homeschooling-pros-cons

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Pros Kids that are homeschooled preform better on standardized tests and are welcomed at unverisities. You don't have to deal with peer pressure and are closer with your family.
Cons:Doesn't allow kids to interact with other students. They can have a harder time with communication skills with others.  There's no way around it learning outside of a school environment can consume a lot of mom or dad's time.
My opinion. Well I think that all students should have to go to school cause i mean the kids could just sit at home all day long and not really learn or do fun things. You wouldn't have P.E. and you would prolly miss out on all the stupid thing that me and other students do so come to school and see what its like!!

http://www.publicschools.org/homeschooling-pros-cons/

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Homeschooling

Pros- Homeschooling is staring to become more of an option to others. Kids that are homeschooled preform better on standardized tests and are welcomed at universities. Kids have the choice to learn what they want and they can take their time on the topic. You don't have the pressure to take-part in sports. Your not having to deal with peer pressure. You become closer with your family.

Cons- It takes a lot of time from the parents. For married couples one person has to have a full-time job. Your with your child 24/7. Their limited on their communication with other students that do go to school.

I think homeschooling is a good thing because it takes a longer time period for some student to get the knowledge they need. It also keeps the kids away from the bullying and peer pressure.
https://www.familyeducation.com/school/homeschooling-support/homeschooling-pros-cons?page=2

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Homeschooling

Pros- Homeschooling is becoming more and more popular each year with a growth rate of about 7 to 15 percent each year. These kids do well on standardized tests and are being welcomed in universities. With homeschooling, the have a lot more of an educational freedom as to what they learn. This is used to benefit the child more on their ability rather than one big group of children. There is no busy work when it comes to worksheets and they are allowed much more hands on experiences without the peer pressures of school but still get the option of participating in events within the community school. They also have to learn discipline by managing their time but still getting all their work done.

Cons- The aspect of homeschooling is something that can be very hard and time consuming for the parent considering one having to stay home to teach. It is not something that is very high when it comes to income and can also be very stressful. Especially in families with more than one child. The child also may be held back emotionally due to not having the interaction with more than on person each day outside of the family.

I believe that homeschooling, for the right families, can be a good thing. It is definitely not for everyone but it some cases, it may benefit that student the most. Many oppose it because of the isolation compared to children who attend school but most homeschooled students have the option of attending school dances, being a part of the arts, and sports and other clubs. This way they still benefit from their learning while still interacting with other peers.

https://www.familyeducation.com/school/homeschooling-support/homeschooling-pros-cons?page=2

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Homeschooling

Pros- While parents homeschool their children, they have the opportunity to determine what their kids are learning in school. They can make priorities in what they are taught. Another advantage is their safety. They are less likely to be bullied (face-to-face) while being homeschooled because they don’t have to be around negative people. They also should never have to worry about a school shooting or anything like that.

Cons- One disadvantage is simply the cost of homeschooling. They have to pay for the curriculum and all materials. These kids may not have a structured day like the majority of us do. We do the same thing at the same time almost every day, whereas they have a little bit more flexibility which might not be beneficial later on in life. Kids also don’t get the chance to grow up with other kids their age on a daily basis and don’t have all of the benefits and opportunities that we do.

I personally think that homeschooling can be good and “bad”. I think kids should have somewhat of a say in what they do for schooling, because leaving a kid in an education system where they aren’t happy and motivated to learn would not be beneficial for anyone. If they do homeschooling, I feel they should interact more in their community. They might miss out on choir, p.e., plays, sports, and other activities that a lot of students really enjoy.

https://www.globalstudentnetwork.com/pros-and-cons-of-homeschool/

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Homeschool

Pros--Homeschooled kids do well on standardized tests
Most homeschooled students have the choice to study and learn what they want, when they want, for as long as they want.
Cons--Like being at home can be very sidetracked.
It can take up the time of the parents so they can not get work done.
Im in the side of the pro, I don't really care what they do.

https://www.familyeducation.com/school/homeschooling-support/homeschooling-pros-cons?page=2

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Homeschooling

Pros: They can express their religion within their home when homeschooling, can decide their own learning pace, and may learn better within the comforts of their homes.

Cons: Doesn't allow students to interact with as many children.

Opinion: I don't agree agree with homeschooling because I feel it deprives a child of engaging with other people and learning social skills on a daily basis.

http://www.publicschools.org/homeschooling-pros-cons/

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Pros and Cons of Homeschooling
The positive side states that when students aren't having to travel to school, they don't have to miss school days due to weather. They also are very attentive without 20 other students to distract them. They score very well on tests and most universities are welcoming them. Although they are least likely to be involved in sports, they have the choice to join local groups and activities.
The negative side states that it often results in one parent having to be home everyday. Being a teacher at home won't give you a yearly salary. It also is very stressful on a parent, especially if they have kids at different age levels. The children also are in the same place, where kids who go to schools can come home and get their mind off of school.
I think that homeschooling is a good thing because in some situations, its ideal. It may not be for everyone but that doesn't mean it shouldn't happen. Its good because they learn more hands on and life handy tools.

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Is homeschooling good or bad?
Pros-You have  Educational flexibility. So if a day dose not work out you are not missing anything.
cons- You will be getting taught by non-teachers.
My opinion is I think home schooling is a good thing if you want to be homeschooled.
http://www.getrichslowly.org/blog/2015/05/04/pros-and-cons-of-homeschooling/

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Is homeschooling a good or bad thing?

Pros- Homeschooling becomes more popular everyday, with rates of growth of 7-15 percent each year. Homeschooled kids so well on tests and they are welcomed at universities and colleges. As an employee, they are seen as being a reliable employee, as well as being self-directed.
Cons- Most homeschooled students learn hands on, so the constantly driving places to do real-world scenarios, costs a lot of money, while consuming a great amount of time. Also with homeschooling, parents are constantly wth their children, making neither of them have space, but the parents look at it as a way to become closer and strengthen their relationship.
I believe that people should have the right to choose what they want to do. If people are homeschooled, they may lose the interaction between other students, but they will gain the knowledge that they can in school, but at home, and not have to worry about being bullied.
https://www.familyeducation.com/school/homeschooling-support/homeschooling-pros-cons?page=2

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Homeschooling
Pro:
1. Homeschooled kids don’t have to worry about bullying, peer pressure and spiteful competition so their self-esteem won’t have to suffer needlessly.
2. They no longer have to work their lives around homework and school hours. They usually accomplish in a few hours each day what typically takes a week or more to complete in a classroom.
Con:
1. In order to homeschool their kids, one of the parents usually forgo full-time employment and this can hurt the family’s finances.
It is also time consuming. In a two-parent home, one of the parents work while the other devotes time to homeschooling.
Opinion: I am for the pro side because I think it benefits the student more by them being able to move at their own pace and not be bullied or distracted by other students.

http://www.publicschools.org/homeschooling-pros-cons/

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Homeschooling is better for students.

Pro~ The affirmative side states that in bigger schools teachers teach in a classroom of 40 or more students. In college this may be expectable but in high school, students should be allowed one on one. Teachers spread themselves too thinly to provide personalized education. If a child was homeschooled they would recieve the full benefit and support of the one-on-one they need. The number one positive attribute for home schooling your child is knowing their safety. A home school parent would not need to worry whether a school shooter is going to come or not.

Con~The negative side states that the number one issue is the interaction with other people. Homeschooled students are more sheltered, they may get out some, but not as much as say a public school student. The socialization of the student may be thrown out the window, for the child's future this could be extremely damaging to their future employment. There is no competition with home schooled kids. In a normal school setting, competition plays a role in improving grades for the fear that someone else is doing better.

In my opinion home schooling does serve a purpose. I believe students with certain disabilities to where it is more damaging to the child to be at school rather than at home should be allowed to be home schooled, as well as teens with children. But I do not believe home schooling prepares students for the "real" world. The shock of social pressures and the cruelty that occurs in the world will hit them all at once, rather than slowly over time. School is more than just a place where students learn, it's where they set the basis for their entire lives.

http://www.homeschool-companion.com/pros-and-cons-of-homeschooling.html

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The pros and cons of homeschooling

Pros: Homeschooled kids do well on standardized tests, and as adults, have a reputation for being self-directed learners and reliable employees. Most homeschooled students have the choice to study and learn what they want, when they want, for as long as they want. Peer pressure, competition, boredom, and bullies are all part of a typical school day, and when children are homeschooled, this is less of a problem for them. It takes a lot of time out of a parents schedule and it can be very harsh with money. There is a lot less of an opportunity for children to play team sports, which can cause problems for children being active and having friends.
I agree with both sides, because there are positives about both sides, however it should be the childs decision if they are homeschooled or not.

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Homeschooling
When a child is being homeschooled they can graduate at a sooner time. It is a more personalized teaching. And they may learn more then they would in school. It depends on the person. Some learn more in public schools and some learn more being homeschooled.

Public schools is sometimes better for some students. They cannot graduate as early as students can in homeschool.

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Homeschooling-

Pros- Homeschooling offers a different way to educate. Some parents believe taking their children's education into their own hands is beneficial. Some parents don't trust the schooling system and don't believe their children learn enough. It is also beneficial to keep children from being bullied and to let them decide what they want to learn.

Cons- There is no way to know exactly that the child is being taught the way they are supposed to and if they are putting the proper time in. Children also lose valuable social skills by being stuck at home. They also miss out on the life lessons you can learn at school, like confidence, standing up for yourself, and making friends.

I think in certain cases homeschooling is appropriate. I believe children who are homeschooled should be monitored by someone outside of their family to make sure they are meeting the appropriate criteria.

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Homeschooling
The affirmative side states homeschooling provides flexible education and a flexible schedule. Some of the costs are also decreased.
The negative side states the children are taught by people who aren't teachers, also making it harder to enter college. Homeschooling a child also takes lots of commitment and time, taking all sorts of time out of a parents' schedule.
I am on the negative side to homeschooling. If it's harder to get into college, I wouldn't appreciate homeschooling. However, being able to learn whatever I wanted would be a benefit, but it would be hard since my parents aren't teachers. The ultimate decision depends on the family and individual.
http://www.getrichslowly.org/blog/2015/05/04/pros-and-cons-of-homeschooling/

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Homeschooling
Pros- With homeschooling it offers a more flexible schedule and flexibility to the persons education than being at school and just learning the same as everyone else. Theoretically, the parent could teach the kid more real-life skills as well.
Cons- The kid is being taught by non-teachers which can cause problems. It requires a lot of commitment and time from the parent to always be teaching while they are technically not being paid to do so. If there is more then one child then it makes it a lot harder because they are teaching more then one grade level which can be very challenging.
I think that kids should just go to school like everyone else, when you are home all day by yourself or even if you have siblings you do not learn to communicate with other people that maybe you are not with everyday.

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Pros and Cons to Homeschooling and going to college.

Pros: Studies have been shown that homeschooled often preform better on standardized test. They can often get more credits completed before their first year of college. Students are actively being recruited for college. They are not required to have transcripts to get into college. Homeschooled kids can often go ahead and be involved in activities within their local school district. The students learn at their own pace and in the way they learn best.

Cons: Kids are constantly in one place. When public schooled kids learn, its at one building, than they can come home to a place different different from all of their learning. Homeschooled kids don"t have they same friend making opportunities that public school kids do. Your parents are your teachers. So you get mad at them, there's not as much space and time for them to leave and think it over, or go complain to there parents and just have the parents this and explain. Everybody is together all the time.

I believe that homeschooling depends on the family and their situations. It takes a lot of time from families, and other work.

http://www.onlinecollege.org/2011/09/13/15-key-facts-about-homeschooled-kids-in-college/

https://www.familyeducation.com/school/homeschooling-support/homeschooling-pros-cons?page=2

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Pros and Cons of Homeschooling

The affirmative side states that most homeschooled students have the choice to study and learn what they want, when they want, for as long as they want. Homeschooling also provides the opportunity for parents to incorporate their religious beliefs into their daily lives.

The negative side states that homeschooled teens often find limited opportunities to join sports teams, especially competitive ones. Also, kids learning outside of a school environment can consume a lot of the parents time.

I am in favor of both sides because I agree that it would be nice to learn what I wanted, when I wanted, and for as long as I wanted. I don't like the idea of maybe not being able to participate in the competitive sports because in my mind I think it's a big part of a childhood.
https://www.familyeducation.com/school/homeschooling-support/homeschooling-pros-cons?page=2

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Consider finding out about the perspectives from different people and agencies about homeschooling like.... parents, kids, grandparents, the State of Iowa, The Board of Education, potential future employers, etc.....good thoughts posted so far though!!!!  ;-) Remember to cite your sources where you gather the information!

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Debating Homeschooling and Advancing to College
Pros- When advancing on to college many homeschooled students have a wider view on the world and are usually better test takers, which helps them take different views on things and help them take tests.

Cons- Many homeschooled students tend to have a harder time making friends and can struggle being away from home due to this. Many homeschooled students may also not get all of the same lessons that are taught in a public school even though homeschoolers must follow a schooling list.

I am on the con side because i feel that some homeschooled students can be held back from some experiences that can only happen in a school setting which can ultimately hurt them when being put in a school setting.

http://www.debate.org/homeschooling/

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The Pros and Cons of homeschooling.
Pro:
1) Children are taught according to their learning styles and interests.
2) Schedules revolve around family and allow time to bond with parents and siblings.
3) Parents can transmit their values to children and shelter them from negative influence.
Con:
1) Parents take on sole responsibility for their children's education.
2) Parents must purchase own materials and still pay public school taxes.
3) Parents must search for activities such as sports and music that are easily accessible at school.

My opinion:
I am with the pro side. Many homeschooled students tend to be much smarter when they go to college and they have a wider variety of knowledge.

http://www.successful-homeschooling.com/homeschooling-pros-and-cons.html

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Homeschooling

Pros-
Lets the student learn in the comfort of their home. Are thought to be self directed learners. The students have the freedom to learn what they want for as long as they want. It also gives students emotional freedom as they are away from peer pressure, bullying, hazing, and competition of public schools.

Cons-
Consumes a lot of your parents time. Limited team sports. Is seen as an oddity, and homeschooled kids are often seen as weird or abnormal. Keeps students away from interacting with kids their own age as often as other kids get to. Can create stress because they're at home all the time.
I'm on the negative side of homeschooling. I think that it's good for kids to go to school and interact with each other. I think that parents shouldn't have to teach their kids, and should have a day job, and go to their job while their kids are at school.

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Homeschooling Vs. Public Schooling

Pros- Those on the affirmative side say those who home school are more likely to excel. Also, many kids are bullied or have special needs, so homeschooling would be more sufficient. Homeschooling allows parents to tailor their kids education, as not all kids in one grade are at the same level of comprehension.

Cons- Those on the opposing side say public schooling allows kids to socialize with others and form relationships. Some parents are more lenient and will let their child sleep in and do no real work. Public schooling also prepares kids for the "real world" and boosts their team-working skills.

My Opinion- I stand with the opposing side and say that public schooling is better. Kids who homeschool will put their work aside. I think only certain kids should be allowed to homeschool, if they can prove they are trustworthy enough to be trusted to do all their work at home. There are students in this school that don't even do their homework assigned by teachers to do at home. I wouldn't trust them to complete all their homework and studies at home by themselves.

Source-
http://www.debate.org/polls/homeschool-vs-school

http://www.debate.org/polls/would-you-prefer-to-be-homeschooled-or-be-in-a-public-school

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Homeschooling Pros and Cons

The affirmative side states that homeschooled students do well on standardized tests. Many students who are homeschooled have the choice of what they want to learn and for how long. Homeschooled children do not have the peer pressure of trying to "fit in" and they can dress and act how they like.

The negative side states that it takes up a lot of the parents' time to learn out of a school environment, which can be very draining for the parents. Some parents complain spending too much time with their children. Homeschooled students do not socialize with students and form relationships, which leads to having less friends.

I am in favor of the negative side, because I think that going to school prepares students for the real world. It is good for children to interact with other students. Homeschooling takes up a lot of the parents' time also.

https://www.familyeducation.com/school/homeschooling-support/homeschooling-pros-cons

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My debate topic is, homeschooling, is it positive or is it negative?

People on the affirmative side of this topic say that homeschooling gives kids a sense of freedom. The freedom they have gives them options as to what they learn and when they learn it. Homeschooling allows families to go on vacations at various times because the student is not confined to a strict schedule. Homeschooling can also give students a freedom from bullies and peer pressure. Students can dress and act however they choose which may make them feel more comfortable.

People on the negative side of this topic say, that homeschooling limits a child's social interaction. They say that students should interact with others outside of their families. Homeschooling today is considered a negative thing so students may be the target of negative comments.

After considering multiple views regarding both sides of the topic, I think that homeschooling is very situational and depending on the situation a child is in will determine their need to be homeschooled. I also believe that if a child is being negatively influenced by peers at school then yes, there should be an alternative for them.

http://www.debate.org/homeschooling/

Amber Hickman

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Pros and Cons of Homeschooling

The people on the affirmative side say that homeschooling allows kids to choose more of what they want to study and when they want to study it. Homeschooling students can dress, think, and act how they want without being judges or bullied by other students.

The people on the negative side say that parents who work all day may not have time to homeschool their children the right way. It also limits the kids opportunities to be in learning events or sports that public schools have every day.

I am personally in favor of the negative side. I would never want to be homeschooled beca

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Brandi Alice-Is homeschooling bad or good?Pro- It helps kids more hands on which most schools can’t do.Con- Those kids may have poor peer skills from the lack of being around other kids their age.Pro- With families that have to move a lot the child doesn't need to stop their education.Con- The child could slack off and fall behind in their education.I think it is a good thing but is not for everyone.https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Homeschooling

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Brandi Alice-Is homeschooling bad or good?Pro- It helps kids more hands on which most schools can’t do.Con- Those kids may have poor peer skills from the lack of being around other kids their age.Pro- With families that have to move a lot the child doesn't need to stop their education.Con- The child could slack off and fall behind in their education.I think it is a good thing but is not for everyone.https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Homeschooling

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Is  homeschooling better then public school

Pros- Educational Freedom. Most homeschooled students have the choice to study and learn what they want

What homeschooled children can accomplish in a few hours can take a typical classroom a week

Cons- Being with Your Kids 24/7. If you don't enjoy being together, then homeschooling is not for you.

There's no way around it: learning outside of a school environment can consume a lot of time

I think homeschooling is a waste of time.

https://www.familyeducation.com/school/homeschooling-support/homeschooling-pros-cons?page=2

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Homeschooling: Good or Bad?
People on the affirmative side say that they feel safe being in their own home. You get to work at your own pace. No drama. The student gets more sleep, and isn't sleep deprived.
People on the negative side say that you have less friends. You won't have as many opportunities, and lack of exposure to find interests outside of your own.
I agree with the pro side. I think every child should have a choice if they want to be homeschooled or stay in school. If someone isn't feeling safe in their school, they shouldn't be forced to go.

http://hiphomeschoolingblog.com/pros-and-cons-of-homeschooling/

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Homeschooling is better for students.

Pro~ The affirmative side states that in bigger schools teachers teach in a classroom of 40 or more students. In college this may be expectable but in high school, students should be allowed one on one. Teachers spread themselves too thinly to provide personalized education. If a child was homeschooled they would recieve the full benefit and support of the one-on-one they need. The number one positive attribute for home schooling your child is knowing their safety. A home school parent would not need to worry whether or not a school shooter is going to come or not.

Con~The negative side states that the number one issue is the interaction with other people. Homeschooled students are more sheltered, they may get out some, but not as much as say a public school student. The socialization of the student may be thrown out the window, for the child's future this could be extremely damaging to their future employment. There is no competition with home schooled kids. In a normal school setting, competition plays a role in improving grades for fear that someone else is doing better.

In my opinion home schooling does serve a purpose. I believe students with certain disabilities to where it is more damaging to the child to be at school rather than at home should be allowed to be home schooled, as well as teens with children. But I do not believe home schooling prepares students for the "real" world. The shock of social pressures and the cruelty that occurs in the world will hit them all at once, rather than slowly over time. School is more than just a place where students learn, it's where they set the basis for their entire lives.