Self Directed

Sandra Dodd | Always Learning: A Conversation with Unschooling Pioneer Sandra Dodd


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What if you could reimagine education for your children, breaking free from the traditional school system and embracing their natural curiosity? 

Join us as we chat with Sandra Dodd, a prominent figure in the unschooling community, about her journey from skepticism to advocacy for this unconventional approach to learning.

Throughout our conversation with Sandra, we explore her experiences with deschooling, the obstacles schools create for unschoolers, and the evolving dynamics of the American education system. We also talk about the future of education, emphasizing the importance of offering community programs to different age groups and harnessing libraries as learning centers.

As we venture further into the unschooling community, we delve into the complexities of unschooling, often misunderstood as simply a vacation. We discuss the crucial distinction between learning and teaching oneself, the unique dynamics of men and women in the unschooling community, and the necessity of understanding one's self before attempting to enforce unschooling rules. 

Sandra has inspired countless families to embrace unschooling as a holistic and child-centered alternative to traditional education. Her thoughts have resonated with numerous parents and helped shape the philosophy of unschooling as it is known today.

Don't miss this insightful episode full of valuable lessons on unschooling, parenting, and personal freedom.

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🗓️ Recorded April 25th, 2023. 📍Chateau de L'Isle Marie, Normandy, France

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