Homeschooling in America by Murphy, Joseph F. -- Read -- Imperial Library of Trantor

Index

Cover Page Dedication Title Copyright Contents About the Author Dedication 1 1. Staying Home: Definitions and Estimates

Why a Book on Homeschooling? An Overview Definition Prevalence of Homeschooling The State of Knowledge Conclusion

2. A Portrait: The Demographics of Homeschooling

Parent Education Levels Family Income Occupational Status Race and Ethnicity Marital Status Parental Age and Religious Affiliation Political Viewpoints Geographical Location Family Size Schooling-Related Demographics for Students Conclusion

3. Riding History: The Origins and Development of Homeschooling

Foundations of Homeschooling Toward the Mainstream The DNA of Normalization Evolving Homeschooling Models Conclusion

4. Seismic Shifts: Exploring Environmental Conditions That Foster Homeschooling

The Essential Hypothesis Social Context: Before Homeschool (1800–1890) Social Context: Before Homeschool (1890–1970) Social Context: Homeschooling (1970 on) Conclusion

5. The Calculus of Departure: Parent Motivations for Homeschooling

Motivational Dynamics Motivational Frameworks Conclusion

6. A Ball in Play: Homeschooling in Action 105

Introduction Instructional Methods Curricular Programs Conclusion

7. The End Game: The Impact of Homeschooling

The Quality of the Existing Research Base Homeschooling Effects: Broad Measures Homeschooling Effects on Children Conclusion

8. Hunches: Explanations for Positive Effects

The Context A Theory of Action Conclusion

References Index