Learning to take good lecture notes is an important skill for success in college. This is a skill that can be practiced in the high school, homeschool, or as part of dual enrollment courses. One research study found that 62% of what a student hears in class is forgotten by the next day. Good notes …
The way a student studies and prepares during the final days and weeks before AP exams can make all the difference. While homeschoolers may enjoy AP courses for the challenge they provide, for most homeschoolers earning a strong score is also a goal. AP. Scores of 4 and 5 are most likely to be helpful …
Homeschoolers with strong skills in the area of English may wish to consider documenting their learning through taking an Advanced Placement (AP exam). The College Board offers two AP English exam options: AP English Language and Composition and AP English Literature and Composition. The exams are more commonly known as “AP Lang” and “AP Lit”. …
Seasoned homeschoolers all know it – winter, especially February and March, can be rough. It can be easy to get stuck in a rut of too many gray days and lose your enthusiasm for homeschooling. It is tough with little kids, but this challenge doesn’t go away in high school. Spring will come and it …
Does your homeschooling family enjoy TED Talks? TED talks are available free online and feature thought provoking conversations on topics including technology, education, art, design, health, and global issues. There are so many TED talks it can be overwhelming to dig and find your favorites. Here are my suggestions for must see talks related to …
Have you been wondering how your homeschooling teen will learn to drive? Homeschoolers have several options for completing driver’s education. This article provides an overview of choices and considerations. Why is Driver’s Education Necessary? The first and most obvious answer is that driving a car is dangerous and a huge responsibility and it is important …
For “digital natives” (kids who grew up in the digital age) it has become instinctive to look online immediately for answers to questions. Having access to a wide variety of classes, websites, videos, and information online can be a huge help for homeschooling high school. Online research can also come with pitfalls. In this article …
Is your homeschooler a strong science student? If so, AP sciences may be a a good option to consider. Science APs are considered among the harder of the Advanced Placement tests which means they are also among the APs most likely to be awarded college credit. AP Science Homeschool APs are intended to function as …
One of the most common concerns I hear from parents homeschooling high school is the difficulty of managing distractions online. This is particularly a problem with online courses. For many students any time they are the Internet there is the draw to spend time on sites like Facebook, Tumblr, chat, Minecraft and Twitter. In this …
Does your teenage homeschooler have any mentors? Mentors are adults outside of the family who help teach and guide teens as they explore new interests. Mentors don’t take the place of homeschooling parents, but can contribute in powerful ways to a positive experience of homeschooling high school. Mentors can enrich a student’s academic experience and …
