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A new pilot project is making me excited.
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It is online group sessions for home schooling families.
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It offers many unique benefits.
I AM EXCITED about a pilot project on which we are working,
ONLINE SESSIONS FOR HOME SCHOOLING FAMILIES.
For the past few months I have been in contact with some local home schooling families.
We have started a pilot project of weekly online sessions with home schooling youth.
The skills they can gain will change their lives.
UNIQUE ASPECTS:
Here are some aspects of these sessions that makes them unique.
Diversity:
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Participants of different age groups;
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Siblings from the same family can join; and,
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Those from different backgrounds and cultures strengthen the group.
Locations:
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Those in different locations can join a session.
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Those in isolated communities can join.
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Anyone with decent internet access can take part.
Accommodating:
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Accommodates those with varying communication skill levels.
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Participants can learn at their own pace.
SKILLS LEARNED:
During the sessions they will be able to practice and learn how to:
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organize meetings;
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use appropriate online meeting protocol;
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practice and learn communication and leadership skills;
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speak unrehearsed;
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create and deliver presentations;
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give constructive feedback;
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think independently and voice their opinions;
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collaborate with others;
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interact in a group and team environment;
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support and help each other; and,
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build community.
These important skills can lead to future success.
PARENTS:
Home schooling is an admirable and challenging task for parents.
It requires an above average involvement in their child’s life.
These regular scheduled sessions can give parents a break whilst their child attends the session.
Parents do not have to drive or taxi their children to participate with these groups.
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FUTURE PLANS:
These sessions could multiply and become available in many locations and time zones.
Multiple sessions:-As the demand grows many additional sessions will be required
Booking of attendance and roles: Participants will be able to book attendance and roles.
Training Adult Facilitators:
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Train adults how to monitor the sessions.
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Arrange volunteers to assist when the normal facilitator is unavailable.
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Parents and grandparents can learn to coordinate these sessions.
Flexibility: Offer the ability to join other group’s sessions.
These sessions offer many unique benefits.
It is these online group sessions for home schooling families that is making me excited.
What are your experiences with and thoughts about online group meetings?
Please share your ideas on how we can work with our youth in this regard. This will enable them to gain the communication and leadership skills required in the 21st Century.
If you require more information, please contact us.
LEARN MORE:
Are you are interested in learning more about group coaching?
If so, contact us to obtain a report on a simple and easy system on how to set up group coaching programs for youth. You can do this in the ‘Contact us‘ section of the website.
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Wishing you lots of love and laughter, as always.
Fred Jones
Victoria, BC Canada
