Learning from Homeschooling Routines. Issue 3 (1st September 2016)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Thomas, Jesse
• Is Part Of: Journal of research on christian education. Volume 25:Issue 3(2016)
• Page Start: 233
• Page End: 250
• Publication Date: 2016-09-01
• Subjects: Christian education -- Periodicals; Christian education -- Research -- Periodicals; 268.05
• DOI: 10.1080/10656219.2016.1237910
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1065-6219

Abstract

ABSTRACT: This study provides a rare opportunity to look inside the homeschool and to observe the routines of homeschooling families from across the United States. With more than 1000 survey participants, and nine parents selected for interviews, the compiled data were analyzed through open coding techniques. Meaningful aspects that arose from the routines of homeschoolers included collaboration with other educational entities, the use of community resources, faith, individualized instruction, and the flexibility of school structure. The findings of this research may provide meaningful information for Christian teachers, parents, and others in our search for the optimal educational environment.