I have been studying ahead of CJ so that I understand everything fully to enable me to help him through the maths curriculum.
Sometimes I just have to search the internet for help and today has been one of those days.
The Quadratic Equation just wasn't explained clear enough in the text book so I looked to expertmathstutor on youtube - we are so grateful for the teachers who take the time to post their explanations and lessons. They are a great resource for home schoolers.
What I have noticed is that the teachers are catering to GCSE students and often mention that the students don't need to know the equations off by heart as they are given in the exam. Please note that IGCSE students do often need to learn the equations off by heart as they may pick up a mark for knowing such equations as The Quadratic Equation. IGCSEs seem to be more in depth!
Just one more week of home schooling and we have a weeks break. Well that is for CJ as I will help and support our eldest son in his preparation for his A level that start next month.
After months of home schooling I am now very focussed on gaining my degree. Environmental Studies mixed with maths is my chosen route but I do have many options with an open degree.
Will I teach? I think so but not in local education as there are too many restrictions and I really feel that alot more time could be spent out of the classroom and on more practical lessons.
My own education from the age of 5-11 was amazing and I attended a village school run by a dedicated headmaster who chose his staff wisely. The school was a safe and well run environment and we were very aware that we were cared for very much by the staff. We were well disciplined but had a great sense of community. I will always be grateful for such a great start in life and long to pass that on to others.
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