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Using Khan Academy in your Homeschool

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317: Using Khan Academy in your Homeschool

In this episode of Homeschooling with Technology, we explore the many ways homeschoolers can use Khan Academy. While many may be familiar with Khan Academy for math practice, there are many other subjects and tools available that can supplement and enrich a homeschool curriculum.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
  • Navigating Khan Academy: If you land on the AI-powered K-Migo tools, click on Explore at the top to access the traditional Khan Academy resources.
  • Khan Academy Kids App: Designed for ages 2-8, this free educational app is available on Apple, Android, and Amazon devices.
  • Using Khan Academy for Math: A great resource for extra math practice, including grade-based courses and “Get Ready” courses for summer review before advancing to new levels.
  • Beyond Math – Other Subjects Available:
    • Test Prep: Free SAT prep (math and full digital SAT practice).
    • Science & Economics: Middle school and high school levels, including AP courses.
    • Computing: Courses like “Computers and the Internet” and AP-level computer science.
    • Reading & Language Arts: Grammar and reading comprehension.
    • Life Skills: Career planning and personal finance.
    • Arts & Humanities: U.S. history, world history, art history, and partner courses with organizations like NASA and Nobel Labs.
      • How Homeschoolers Can Use Khan Academy Effectively:
      • Creating a Class Account: Parents can set up an account and assign lessons to their children, tracking progress and mastery points.
      • Assigning Specific Lessons: Focus on particular areas of need, such as fractions or ecology, by selecting targeted lessons.
      • Interactive Learning: Many courses now include quizzes, mastery assessments, and end-of-module tests.
      • Monitoring Student Progress: View student reports to ensure completion and understanding.
      • Using Khan Academy as a Supplement: While full courses are available, it’s best used alongside other resources, such as books, projects, and hands-on activities.

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        Homeschooling with TechnologyBy Meryl van der Merwe
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