Scientific American falsely links homeschooling to abuse
Scientific American op-ed links homeschooling to child abuse, advocating for stricter regulations and background checks. Research shows mixed outcomes, with concerns about abuse concealment. Balanced perspective urged on homeschooling.
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The article discusses how Scientific American published an op-ed linking homeschooling to child abuse, calling for more regulations and background checks for parents. The piece highlights the lack of comprehensive research on homeschooling outcomes and criticizes biased studies promoting its benefits. University-based research suggests homeschooling results vary widely, with some students excelling while others lag behind. The article also mentions cases where homeschooling was used to conceal abuse, citing a Connecticut investigation where 36% of homeschooled children came from families with reports of abuse or neglect. However, the base rate of child protective services investigations in the U.S. is high, indicating a broader context for such statistics. The piece emphasizes the need for a balanced perspective on homeschooling outcomes and the importance of considering statistical base rates when evaluating abuse allegations in homeschooling cases.
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