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Ep 03: Exploring Alternative Education Paths with Wendy Charles-Warner
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In today's episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Wendy Charles-Warner, a renowned independent academic researcher and educator specialising in home education. As we navigate the complex reasons behind the surge in homeschooling, Wendy will shed light on why an increasing number of parents are stepping away from conventional schooling, especially those with children who have special needs.
We'll also delve into the socio-economic realities of homeschooling, touching on how finances impact families' access to educational resources. Wendy and I will explore concerning trends, such as the resistance to educational reform and the pressure on children to perform academically at an ever-younger age, contrasting UK policies with other European countries.
Whether you're a parent considering homeschooling or just curious about the shifting landscape of education, tune in as Wendy Charles-Warner brings her expertise to the table in this thought-provoking episode.
Here are the Highlights:
08:15 Parents are legally responsible for their child's education choices.
14:33 Different approaches to child education and their benefits.
17:41 Seasonal, autonomous learning with child's choice emphasis.
22:18 Wealth impacts how parents educate their children.
32:49 Balancing technology for optimal learning outcomes is crucial.
36:30 Balance digital learning with real-life experiences.
40:33 Parents need to talk more with kids.
55:18 Education system based on the outdated factory model.
58:27 Resistance to change in government calls for regulation.
01:04:12 Step-by-step path of homeschooling a child in the UK.
About Wendy Charles-Warner
Wendy Charles-Warner is a published independent academic researcher and educator with a specialist interest in the field of home education. She has been involved with home education practice and assessment overall, for in excess of 40 years. In the last 13 years this has included advising individuals, local authorities, NGOs and governments in respect of home education. Wendy is regularly asked to contribute to articles and debates on home education and has given oral evidence to the Education Select Committee on home education. As co-chair of Education Otherwise, the home education charity, Wendy provides effective and well received professional development courses to public bodies in respect of home duration.
Find out more: https://www.educationotherwise.org/
About Kat Kuczynska
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