Quote From: sneakers145Combative? I gave you an honest, thoughtful answer.
I think unschooling makes a lot of people very uncomfortable, as it goes against what conventional wisdom tells us. That kids can grow up and become productive members of society WITHOUT school. Without honors. Without transcripts. It means that what you've been taught and believe isn't 100% correct.
Unschooling challenges people's beliefs. I doubt no matter what I or any other unschoolers say on this board will change anyone's mind here. But I'm sure we'll make you think. :)
I think unschooling makes a lot of people very uncomfortable, as it goes against what conventional wisdom tells us.
You seem to be starting with the assumption that everyone is going to be "uncomfortable" with your educational methods, and that is making you hostile and defensive. I am not uncomfortable with homeschooling per se, and I don't know enough about "unschooling" to BE uncomfortable with it. Don't make such broad assumptions.
Let's start again - I asked you if there you used anything besides your own observations to assess if your children were adequately learning. I guessing the answer is "no." Correct me if I am wrong.
So my second question is - and it is not an attack, merely information seeking - what is it that you want your child to know and be able to do once he/she is no longer under your care. Is there a goal? Do you foresee how he/she will be able to support him/herself financially or how he/she will manage in a world where there very well may be deadlines and unpleasant expectations?
