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Politics, News & Issues > Party Politics & Ideology Role of faith in politics: 3 of 42
One Nation under God The United States of America, the melting pot of culture and diversity, could it be the breeding grounds for ever continuing religious debates and battles? Can a culture be all inclusive and still accommodating for all beliefs and walks of life? This paper will take a glance at the religious backbone on w... More..
Education > Homeschooling Confessions of a homeschool mom: 1 of 10
You are right, I confess. I am not even close to the most intelligent person. I have very little patience. I am a college student. I work outside of the home. I am far from the super-mom image attributed to homeschool mothers. And last but not least, I am poor. So what qualifies me to homeschool 4 children?Simply put, it is l... More..
Computers & Technology > Website Reviews Website reviews: Care.com: 1 of 10
"Care.com was launched nationally in May 2007. With local search options currently available in more than 40 major cities across the United States, Care.com's online marketplace provides a network of care providers in areas including childcare, tutoring, senior care, pet care, and housekeeping," stated Mark Crowley, PR Manage... More..
Education > Homeschooling Homeschooling and learning disabilities: 1 of 8
Learning disabilities come in all shapes and sizes and affect families of every type. No one is immune, and everyone is susceptible. There are two stories I'd like to share with you; one of an IEP and the public school system, and the other of an ILJ and an understanding mother. If you are reading this you probably have a chi... More..
Education > Homeschooling Evaluating A Beka homeschooling programs: 1 of 8
The infamous Christian boxed curriculum, A Beka books is a school system for home educators. The complete programs take the guess work out of teaching your children at home. They come complete with teaching guides, test books, workbooks, wall charts, and grade books. The system is mapped out for you, so all you have to do is ... More..
Education > Distance Learning Netiquette and distance learning: 1 of 7
Speaking in an online classroom is much different than a casual online forum. Now that you have decided to pursue your degree through a distance learning program, it is imperative that you know the difference. Your classmates and instructors cannot see your facial expression, or your body language. Your words must speak for a... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Change: 21 of 105
An Epiphany from the Eyes of a GypsyI recently watched the movie "The Perfect Man" with Hillary Duff. This is a movie about a teen-aged girl who moves around all the time because her mother runs from her trials. The girl blogs about her life; she shares her woes and her enlightenments. She ends up creating this perfect man fo... More..
Education > Educational Philosophy Personal philosophies of education: 31 of 149
The term "un-schooling" is fairly new to the home-school community. It is a form of schooling like no other. Parents take the chore out of learning, and help their children realize that learning happens all day, every day, for an entire life time; not just in a classroom, or on a given topic. Curriculum is seldom used, and wh... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Political Issues Why the Electoral College rules US presidential elections: 3 of 13
There are far too few American citizens today who understand their government and how it works. Every four years, when a new president is elected, there appears a flood of questions. The top questions usually revolve around the mystery of the Electoral Votes. People feel their votes aren't counted, and the elections are in th... More..
Education > Homeschooling Hands-on experiences for homeschool children: 4 of 17
Children need more than lectures, textbooks, and chalkboard dust. The homeschooled student has the opportunity to experience their lessons and feel the power of unrestrained exploration. Whether it is a walk in nature, converting fractions, or telling time; hands-on activities help the child experience more than grasping a co... More..