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Homeschooling

By Beth Lewis, About.com

Definition: Homeschooling is a legal alternative to compulsory education in public or private institutions. In a homeschooling environment, an adult designs and delivers customized curriculum to students in a home and/or community setting.

A homeschooling curriculum should mirror the state and national education standards and can be delivered by parents or a professional tutors.

Also Known As: Home education or home school

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