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Critical Skills for 21st Century Middle Schoolers

10/16/2020

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​Traditional education is divided into three main sections: elementary school, middle school and high school. The goal of any quality backed learning institution is to help students develop the skills appropriate for their age level so they are prepared to advance to the next school year  and finally to enter adulthood. As society evolves over time, the skills needed in the next generation also change and transform;  education has a responsibility to keep pace with this evolution and online homeschooling has paved the way for families to give their kids a solid start in this process.  For example,  cursive writing was once a priority skill, yet computer typing and software program navigation have now become the classes needed due to the changes in technology and its role in society.
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Using textbooks, learning how to read and write, math basics and getting started in education are part of the elementary formative years which then transition into middle school. It is during this time frame when kids become pre-teens and then teenagers that critical skill development should take on more urgency and specific planning. The best 6-8th grade online school for homeschool students incorporates computer courses and career exploration electives so this age group can start thinking about what they want to do later in life while learning how to effectively navigate technology. Information and technology literacy are key skills that will set teens up for success when they get into high school and there is more emphasis on dual enrollment, more challenging classes and college preperation. Online homeschoolg utilizes a student portal where all work can be accomplished, progress can be tracked, and the suggested schedule is kept..

​Critical thinking, flexibility, time management and self-discipline are skills that fall into the critical category because they reflect on individual’s personal responsibility.. The top 8th grade online school allows students to learn these skills as they plan their school day, complete assignments in a timely manner, self-study and adjust the schedule or plan when necessary for unexpected events. The challenging curriculum offered by the best accredited online homeschool programs encourages critical thinking in every subject and shows students how to apply basic concepts to any situation in life they may encounter. When they reach high school, students will work with a guidance counselor on their path to graduation and provide input on elective selections and deciding whether to take advanced courses. Each of these decisions is guided by parents but should have the significant input from the student so they can take ownership of their future and what they want to do.

Life is about learning through experience and growing in knowledge. By incorporating online homeschool education as part of the skill development, students have a safe environment where this process can occur. There is no peer pressure and a flexible class arrangement allows them the ability to make adjustments in their schedules and their skills as they learn what does and doesn’t work for them. Take advantage of the top online homeschool programs for elementary through high school grades and get kids in the 21st century learning the skills they need to successfully bring the next generation into the future. 
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