Welcome to A Mom, A Microschool, and A Mission, the podcast where homeschooling meets purpose-driven education! Join a mom who values the privilege of homeschooling—not because of finances, but because of the powerful support from family and community that makes it all possible. Together, we explore how to transform education with small classroom sizes, project-based learning, and approaches that celebrate the unique abilities of every child.
This is your space to dive deep into topics like intrinsic motivation, social-emotional learning, and stepping away from the traditional factory model of education. Discover how to empower your children to take ownership of their learning and thrive in a world that needs creative, independent thinkers. Whether you’re a homeschooling parent, an aspiring microschool founder, or someone curious about reimagining education, this podcast is here to inspire and guide you.
Topics Covered:
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How to foster intrinsic motivation in children
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The role of social-emotional learning in education
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Benefits of small classroom sizes for personalized learning
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Project-based learning strategies that engage every child
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Transitioning away from the factory model of education
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Building a homeschool community and support system
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Empowering children to take ownership of their learning
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Supporting diverse learning abilities in microschools
Meet our Guest:
Tess Scholl: Homeschool mom of two boys who has a passion for helping other families on their homeschooling journey. She started a microschool complete with a project-based learning teacher. Students have the ability to enjoy small class sizes while also taking an active role in creating the education that they not only want but need.
Contact Tess: knowledgeseekerscollective@gmail.com
Knowledge Seekers Homeschool Collective, is a student-shaped homeschool program. Teachers and students collaborate to design mindful learning opportunities that cultivate a passion for knowledge, critical thinking, curiosity and joy. This is achieved in a vibrant and inclusive environment.
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