5 Homeschooling Mistakes That Are Easy To Make, And Easier
1. Setting the Bar Too Low
Research has proven an important biggest influencers of a student’s performance is the expectation of the teacher. The same is true for the homeschooler you have. You might be convinced of your child however, each parent has their own biases. Admit it. It may have thought of you that even though Bobby is an exceptional student when it comes to maths, he struggles with reading. Maybe Emma is a fan of reading to her friends, but she’s not the most proficient with numbers. Don’t worry Every parent is a bit sceptical regarding their child’s capabilities and you’re no exception. In order for your child to achieve their maximum potential, it’s crucial that you put aside any expectations you may have about their capabilities and go to every class knowing that they can succeed. If you want only the best, you’ll get the very best.
2. Teaching the Way YOU Liked to Learn
You might have heard from other people or observed for yourself that certain kinds of teaching methods are more effective than others. I’ve experienced this personally. People with lower ability to navigate roads may have to use an map to locate our route. Others may not remember those directions until they’ve driven the route. It is possible that the information you read does not stick, but if you go to a lecture or have a person explain the subject to you, it all becomes easy to comprehend. Every person learns in a different way. Don’t think that because you have learned the most through pictures that the same holds true for your child. Try different methods of teaching , and seek your child’s opinion to help you discover what is most effective for them.
3. Ignoring Classroom Management
I would like the classroom to be a space that my child can play and discover freely. I don’t want the rules to stop children from having fun.
I don’t have to violate the rules! Our child has always been well-behaved.
Parents believe that since they already have an orderly system of discipline at home that has guidelines and consequences, that there’s no need to develop similar methods for classes. They are not right. Classes should be separated from your routine at-home activities. The rules and routines that are specific to the classroom should be established to make it easy for the teacher and student what is acceptable during the learning time. Rules and routines for school provide an opportunity for learning to be maximized Therefore, don’t cut the rules out of your schedules.
4. Teaching 1 Thing at a Time
When you are planning your day’s schedule Do you divide your time according to subject? Math from 8-9, reading between 9-10 and so on. You do it as well, and who wouldn’t? It’s not a bad idea to organize your time so long you have a large vision in mind. Children will be more in retaining all subjects you teach when they are interconnected. If you plan your studies that have an overall theme or a large picture that is applicable to reading, math and science, they will be able to retain more effectively and have more fun while learning. For instance, If you want your 7-year old to know that animals are able to live their lives in predictable ways, don’t just talk about it during science classes. Make use of books about the subject when reading. Use frog legs to teach multiplication (5 Frogs with four legs each, how many legs total).
5. Teaching is Telling
It’s a fairly basic error, but one I see every day. Parents try to explain something unfamiliar to their child and don’t comprehend why it isn’t sticking. The most straightforward answer is that teaching doesn’t just mean giving instructions. If you’re looking to be an effective teacher, like we all are, you must be able to master different ways to educate your child. It is possible to teach hands-on and inquiry learning, as well as visual aids, reciprocal learning and learning using technology. I could go on with various ways of teaching that could help your child learn better, I have plenty of knowledge and training in this field that I employ on a regular basis at home. The most essential thing is to are aware that teaching is to learn. It is essential to keep looking for new methods and tools to enhance your teaching skills. As you get better, then will your child.