Homeschooling and the Myth of Socialization Manfred B. Zysk. Go to your local public school, walk down the hallways and see what behaviors you would want your child to emulate. Homeschooling and the Redefinition of Citizenship A. Bruce Arai, Wilfrid Laurier University. This paper frames these debates within the broader issues of citizenship and citizenship education. The home-schooled youngster does as well in measures of interpersonal skills and communication skills as the conventionally schooled child.
Various studies show that the socialization myth is just that - a myth.
Archives - Socialization A number of posts about the socialization of homeschooled children and why these parents prefer the socialization skills learn through the home. Here are some lessons your child should learn. Besides hearing the socialization question, another question heard frequently is whether your children will be ready for The Real World. By Manfred Smith. Ruled By Their Peers Studies show that the worst behaved kids are those who spend the most time with other kids.