Empowering Homeschool Conversations

Empowering Homeschool Conversations

Peggy Ployhar

Smarter Learning Strategies for Homeschool Challenges

August 11, 2025   ●   48 min

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How can homeschoolers move beyond rigid curriculum to craft meaningful, curiosity-driven learning experiences? In this powerful conversation, host Peggy Ployhar sits down with Matt Bowman, co-founder of OpenEd and co-author of Open Education, to explore how personalized learning can empower students to thrive. Discover practical strategies for honoring your child’s strengths, fostering student agency, and building an environment where real-world skills and passions come to life—no matter your child’s learning challenges.

To connect with Matt and his resources, use these links: https://opened.co/

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https://www.spedhomeschool.com/

https://annieyorty.com/

https://www.leilanimelendez.com/

https://elarplearning.com/

https://solimaracademy.com/

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