Homeschooling 101: Basics for Parents Before You Start (Udemy.com)
your complete guide to exploring the homeschool option
Created by: Abby Banks
Last updated November 2016
What you will learn
- debunk several objections to homeschool
- analyze your family's readiness to homeschool
- choose the homeschool style/philosophy that is the best fit for your family
How it compares
Against the other 503 rated Udemy courses in Teaching & Academics on CourseDuck:
- Rating4.2 out of 5higher than 7% of them
- Reviews141#404 of 504 by number of reviews
- Length0.7 hoursshorter than 97% of them
- Last updatedNovember 2016earlier than 94% of them
Course Description
Welcome to Homeschooling 101! In this course, we will explore the basics of homeschooling.
In this course, I will help you discover if you have what it takes to homeschool. There is an overwhelming amount of information out there, so we will analyze the essential questions to consider before you start the adventure of homeschooling.
Explore Homeschooling Basics Before Starting To Homeschool
- Assess pros & cons of homeschooling
- Analyze student & parent readiness
- Identify your personal homeschooling style
What You Need To Know Before You Homeschool
When considering the homeschool option for your kids, you may say, "I'd love to homeschool, but...." We will answer the common objections in your mind. Then, by answering the question, "Am I ready for this?" you will be able to know if homeschooling would be a good fit for your family. Have you ever wondered - "Is there only one right way to homeschool?" We will explore some common ways of "doing" homeschool and help you discover the best style for you.
Homeschooling 101 is a course in self-discovery for parents who are interested in the homeschooling option, but just need some insider information to help bring clarity to the decision making process.
I include lectures in short segments so that they easily fit into your busy schedule. You will benefit from the course handouts that help you dig deeper into each topic and show you areas where you might need to give more attention. Finally, this course will help you analyze the strengths, weaknesses, and passions of yourself and your kids and see how that fits into a homeschooling style.
I am a former classroom teacher, turned homeschooling mom, so I hope this course is the confidence booster you need to jump start your family's homeschool adventure!
Instructor Details
- 4.2 Rating
141 Reviews
Abby Banks
Abby Banks is currently in the trenches as a homeschool mom herself. Even though she is a former public school classroom teacher, Abby is confident that any parent can homeschool! This is the tenth year of her family’s homeschool journey with four energetic boys and one sweet girl. Abby is also a homeschool evaluator in her state.
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Reviews
By Sanela Ruzic on 4/9/2026
I wouldn't call this a course, but it definitely has some important information to consider if you want to homeschool. I now feel more confident and more sure that i want to homeschool my child. thank you
By Jasmine Valdes on 3/1/2022
I am a strong believer that home schooling is the best schooling and this course is a must for any beginner parent that wants the same. This has stirred me in the right direction and has set realistic expectations from the start.
By Anonymized User on 9/12/2021
I actually like the way Abby explains each topic. But I feel that it can be more in-depth—maybe add examples or curriculum outlines. I did go to her blog and find some additional information there, but it could have been included in this course. Please complement this course with experience shared by other homeschooling mothers as well. As it is, at the end of the course I feel encouraged to try homeschooling, but I did not get the information I hoped I’d get regarding homeschooling.
By Isabela Gervacio on 8/11/2020
Just selling advice on what I should do on homeschooling instead of a good site to go to. Not worth paying.
By Anne Maud Smit da Cal on 8/9/2020
starting a tutor center I can really use most questions to ask the parents.
By Ferousya Abdul Kadir on 5/5/2020
Homeschooling my daughter for about a year in a half. Have noticed I been signatures of school homeschool, eclectic and Charlotte Mason mixtures of teaching in my daughter. Very helpful
By Michelle Padrelanan on 2/27/2019
This is a great platform. The teacher was organized and knowledgeable about the topic. It's great also that we need not leave home to attend this seminar. Thank you very much!
By Alamin Ahmed on 4/16/2017
Very good introduction to the world of home schooling. If you are considering this, it's a great place to start. The course will cover questions that have been going through your mind and will re-assure you, that you can do it!
By Sara Madden on 12/15/2016
Great Course for anyone thinking about homeschooling! Abby's approach is very clear cut and easy to understand. She breaks down each issue to consider and helps the listener work through any anxieties they may have about this crazy thing called homeschooling. I highly recommend this course to anyone who is considering homeschooling!
By Carrie Magoon Banks on 12/5/2016
Very enlightening, realist, and encouraging. I've home schooled and also had children in schools at times and agree with the points made by Abby in these lessons. She covers so much that you need to consider in order to have the confidence to begin an enjoyable, rewarding experience for the whole family.
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