Homeschooling good option for families who put in effort: Teachers

Homeschooling good option for families who put in effort: Teachers

By Ghadeer Ghloum

KUWAIT: Homeschooling is an alternative to traditional education methods that involve sending a child to a public or private school. Homeschooling involves educating a child at home by a parent or a tutor instead of enrolling them in a formal school program. This approach allows parents to have more control over their child’s education and tailor their curriculum to their child’s individual needs. To look more into the pros and cons of homeschooling, Kuwait Times interviewed two local teachers and a parent to hear their opinions about this educational method.

Mohammad Al-Ansari, an English teacher at a public high school in Kuwait, told Kuwait Times: “I genuinely believe that proper learning can take place from the comfort of one’s home, given that a well-designed curriculum created by qualified teachers or parents is provided for the students.” One of the primary advantages of homeschooling is the flexibility it offers. Parents can design a curriculum that meets their child’s specific needs and interests, which can boost engagement and motivation. Homeschooling also allows for greater flexibility in scheduling, as a student does not have to adhere to the schedule of a traditional school day.

“The traditional school curriculum often underestimates students’ abilities and