Redefine Learning Pathways using Homeschooling for At-Risk Youth and Marginalized Communities

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@article{1706680,
      author = {Dr. Annise Mabry},
      title = {Redefine Learning Pathways using Homeschooling for At-Risk Youth and Marginalized Communities},
      journal = {Iconic Research And Engineering Journals},
      year = {2024},
      volume = {8},
      number = {6},
      pages = {328-338},
      issn = {2456-8880},
      url = {https://www.irejournals.com/formatedpaper/1706680.pdf},
      abstract = {Homeschooling has emerged as the change agent to help meet the educational needs of at-risk youth and marginalized communities. Traditional approaches to our education systems must deliver the flexibility, cultural significance, and individual care these groups need to thrive. This article is concerned with serving as an alternative to the systemic barriers, which help students overcome them as well as improve both the academic and self-esteem of their students who are homeschooled. Homeschool can deliver highly personalized learning experiences, flexible schedules, and emotional support most suitable to the characteristics of each child. Furthermore, the article discusses the role that technological progress, such as online learning platforms and digital homeschooling resources, plays in making homeschooling available. The real-world examples of success in homeschooling show that it can set up a family-empowered environment that puts out academic resilience. However, problems persist, including resource constraints, societal stigma, and a need for more social interaction. This article demonstrates there is a plan to make sure that there will be community partnerships, affordable resources, and parent training programs to make homeschooling viable. Homeschooling is an essential part of educational equity and improving at-risk youth by promoting policy and support systems that include the needs of all children.},
      keywords = {Homeschooling, At-risk youth, Marginalized communities, Educational equity, Alternative education},
      month = {December},
  }