A Dad's Role in Homeschooling

Show Me Homeschool Podcast

Are you a homeschool dad looking for support and resources? In this episode, Erin and Joe delve into the important role of dads in home education. Sharing their own experiences and challenges, they discuss the initial expectations, pressures, and misconceptions they had about homeschooling. From expecting homeschooling to replicate public school to placing unrealistic expectations on their spouse and children, Joe and Erin candidly address the common struggles faced by dads in the homeschooling journey. However, they also offer hope and encouragement, emphasizing the need for authentic relationships and connections within the homeschool community as well as creating a sustainable and individualized learning lifestyle at home.
Links and Resources
Erin and Joe will be teaching the Education 2 track, "Homeschooling 101" (all things homeschooling!) at the Networkers TEC (Teach, Equip, Connect) ministry training conference called "Help for the Local Church - Rescuing the Next Generation," on Saturday, October 28th, 2023 at the First Baptist Church of Belton, Missouri. For more information and to register, visit www.networkerstec.com

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1. A Dad's Role in Homeschooling (00:00:00)

2. Introducing the Networkers TEC Connection Conference (00:00:01)

3. Joe's initial expectations and mindset about homeschooling (00:01:43)

4. Observing doubts and concerns about homeschooling's effectiveness (00:03:22)

5. Regrets and pressure on expectations in the early years (00:06:01)

6. Changing expectations and learning from past mistakes (00:07:18)

7. Different perspectives on the role of curriculum and interest-led learning (00:09:13)

8. Shifting mindset with evidence of progress and trust in communication (00:10:26)

9. Overcoming fears and concerns about homeschooling (00:12:12)

10. Pressure and Fear of Homeschooling in the Public Eye (00:13:45)

11. Shifting Mindset: Engaging and Supporting Homeschool as a Family (00:15:30)

12. The Importance of Seeking Support Outside of the Family (00:22:00)

13. The Need for Communication and Setting Expectations (00:23:20)

14. The Impact of Family Dynamics on Homeschooling Success (00:26:12)