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Homeschool Vs. Public School Video Discussion

There are a lot of debates about Homeschool vs. Public school, which one is better, or worse. I have talked about here on this homeschooling blog enough time to make my point and share other people’s thoughts. People and parents are passionate about what they choose, and what they feel about kids education. As they choose sides, there are no right or wrong answers, or even middle ground. Here is a video discussion on how different moms feels and share their opinions about what they choose and why. Listen in.

Homeschool Vs. Public School Video Discussion

 

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Is Advanced Placement Testing Right For Your Homeschooler?

As a homeschool parent we may sometimes worries about testing or wonder if AP testing (Advanced Placement Testing) is right for you? Trying to figure out whether it’s worthwhile for your homeschooler to sign up for an Advanced Placement (AP) course or take an AP exam? The infographic below has tons of useful information on who is taking which exams where, and how they are doing.

The Rise of the AP • More American high school students are taking and excelling at Advance Placement (AP) exams than ever before.
What Do the Scores Mean? • Graduates who took an AP exam • Graduates who scored 3 or higher on an AP exam • Change in math exam participation • Change in science exam participation
Percentage of Graduates Scoring 3 or Higher on AP's, by State - US Map
Demographics of Class of 2011 vs AP-Takers • Percent of Students Recommended to Take AP Who Actually Followed Through
Change in AP Science Exam Participation and Success • Low Participation Affects Which Tests are Offered • AP Exams Added in Past Decade
Overall Gender Split of Entire US Female / Male • Gender of Exam-Takers • Comparison graph of individual AP exams, female / male
AP Score Distribution by Ethnicity • Sources
Via Teach.com and USC Rossier Online
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How To Get In Great College or University

One of the thing many parents worry about if their child is going to get in to a good college. This worry is common for public school parents and homeschooling parents equally. Here is a infographic showing you what is really matters when it comes to getting in college for kids. It is not only about grades, but also many other factors and activity matters now and some colleges actually do want homeschoolers for their university.

How To Get In Great College or University:

College Admissions
College-prep course grades and curriculum
SAT, ACT, and Other Test Scores
Grade Point Average and Class Rank
Essay or Writing Example or Portfolio
Counsellor and teacher Recommendations
Interview and Interest Shown Extracurriculur Activities College admissions ResourceA
Via http://www.onlinecollegecourses.com