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Homeschool Nation

Homeschool Nation

By Jeff Hoffmann

This is a podcast that the entire family will enjoy, and learn from, together. Join us, as we present a (slightly irreverent) look at current events, interview people to discuss the realities of their careers (from the mild to the wild), develop our critical thinking skills, and marvel at the universe. Welcome to the Homeschool Nation podcast!
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Teaching What To Think vs Teaching How To Think (Critically)

Homeschool NationSep 21, 2018

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Why We Teach What We Teaching

Why We Teach What We Teaching

Jef and Josh talks about the major things that we, as homeschooling families, teach - and question some of the things that might be missing from our curricula. The guys also discuss whether listeners should continue to listen to them even after the listener inevitably realizes that either one of Jeff, Josh, or both, believes something to be true with which the listener fundamentally disagrees.

Apr 26, 201930:56
Welcome to the Homeschool Nation Podcast!

Welcome to the Homeschool Nation Podcast!

Josh and Jeff are long-time friends who, to varying degrees, homeschool their children. Jeff was homeschooled from 8th-12th grade and went on to become a practicing attorney and a homeschooling parent. Josh spent his academic career in public school and went on to become an IT professional. While Josh brings the perspective of the supporting parent, Jeff and his wife share the role of homeschooling the kids. Oh! We forgot to mention that Josh's family lives in San Diego, CA  - while Jeff's family lives in NJ. Our homeschooling experiences differ considerably, and we're here to share those experiences with all of you. Our goal is to offer ideas that will make homeschooling more enjoyable for your entire family - and to provide some laughs along the way! You won't likely find us to be too divisive, or hokey, for that matter. We are expressly NOT here to tell you what to think and there is more than enough divisive content out there. We will, without question, give you things to think about, and discuss as a family. We hope you enjoy the podcast! 

Apr 18, 201946:09
Teaching What To Think vs Teaching How To Think (Critically)

Teaching What To Think vs Teaching How To Think (Critically)

In Part one of this three part series, we discuss the differences between teaching students WHAT to think and teaching students HOW to think (critically). The choices that we make, with respect to this topic, can have an absolutely profound impact on students, particularly if they go on to pursue a college degree.
Sep 21, 201829:56