| Copyright 2006 Julie Shepherd Knapp |
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| The Homeschool Diner's Guide to Homeschooling Basics How Do Homeschoolers View Socialization? School isn't the only place kids learn about getting along... by Julie Shepherd Knapp, copyright 2006 What exactly is "Socialization"? Here are some dictionary definitions: 1. to make fit for companionship with others; make sociable 2. the adoption of the behavior patterns of the surrounding culture 3. a continuing process whereby an individual acquires a personal identity and learns the norms, values, behavior, and social skills appropriate to his or her social position Here are some articles that address these issues: What About Socialization? from the Minnesota Homeschool Alliance How to Answer the Socialization Question Once and for All by Marsha Ransom That Dreaded "S" Word by Sarah McUmber-House (with several links to other sets of articles about socialization) My Kid Needs a Wedgie by Susan at Imperfect Genius Socialization and the Homeschooled Student by Michelle Barone, MA, MFT -- cites research as support Bullying -- "Dealing with bullies toughens you up" ... "Bullying is part of life in the real world"... and other myths about bullying from Bully Online No, Thank you, We Don't Believe in Socialization by Lisa Russell Are Homeschoolers Discriminating, Elitist and Racist? by Ann Zeis "Flowers Are Red" by Harry Chapin The Black Balloon by David Albert Homeschooling Only One -- for those concerned about social aspects of homeschooling an only child, a book, links to e-groups and an active message board |