Topic > The Advantages of Homeschooling - 730

( Mayberry, 1995) There are some homeschooling students who are socially maladjusted, but there are also some in public school. (Romanowski, 2006) According to Medlin different people mean different things regarding socialization. Most homeschooling parents are aware of this issue and are strongly committed to providing positive opportunities for their children. (Romanowski, 2006) Homeschooled children are involved in numerous activities outside the home with peers, children of different ages, and adults. (Ray, 1999) Homeschooled students are involved in 5.2 activities outside the home, with 98% engaging in more than two. (Ray, 1999) The myth that homeschooling fails to prepare good citizens is too far gone. In August 2001, Time magazine raised the issue of citizenship and homeschooling, asking the question "is homeschooling good for America". A recent report, “Home Schooling Grows Up,” was published by Dr. Brian Ray. He argued that "home schooling produces successful adults, who are actively involved in their communities and continue to value education for themselves and their children." Homeschooled graduates are actively involved in the political process and more engaged as citizens than the general U.S. population. (Ray,