FREE Informative Webinars on Education

A Series of Informative, Forum-style Webinars on Education

VIDEO: An Introduction to Connect The Thoughts Informative Webinars
 

Connect The Thoughts is pleased to make available a series of informative, forum-style webinars on education, provided as a free service to homeschoolers.  Each webinar is approximately one hour long, and discusses a specific educational issue which will be announced up to two weeks in advance on this page.

Each webinar is hosted by Steven Horwich , the author of Connect The Thoughts, and a professional educator for almost four decades.  Steven has taught at a public High School (LAUSD), at various universities including U.S.C., and at private schools for over 12 years.  He has also taught private workshops for actors, singers and writers since 1972.  In 1998, he started writing creative writing courses for a private school, and delivered them to 50 students, ages 8-17, to great success.  In 2002, Mr. Horwich started writing the Connect The Thoughts curriculum full time, and operated a small private school for one year to test out, or "pilot" the curricula.  Outside of his teaching life, Steven is an Emmy and Dramalogue award winning writer/director/composer.

 
NEXT WEBINAR:  None Scheduled
SUBJECT OF THIS WEBINAR:  "To be announced"
SPECIAL FEATURES:  Hosted by Steven David Horwich.
 

Below you will find podcasts of our previous webinars which you may listen to here or download to listen locally on your laptop or other mobile device:

 
    Webinar Reviews:

I just wrapped up listening to your webinars on the CTT site and wanted to say a very heartfelt thank you.

Your ideas and thoughts were very awakening. There were several times when felt jolted by the truth and common sense of what you were saying. I especially loved your interaction with guests. Your answers were poignant and creative, and I think you helped those struggling parents tremendously.

I hope that you will continue to do more of the webinar format. Now that I have found CTT--FINALLY, I am eager to learn more.

Thanks for all you do and share.

     by A.M. Date Added: 09/03/2011
 
 
  Interview: 2012-01-07 Jim / Jan Radio 1:54:10 

Interview: 2012-01-07 Jim / Jan Radio

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On January 7, 2012, Steven was the guest for a two hour interview about homeschooling and homeschool rights, on JimJan Radio! Lots of info here on homeschooling, and how wrong the public schools have gone!
 
 
  Webinar: 2011-11-27 A Holiday Celebration of Homeschooling - 1st hour 54:11 

Webinar: 2011-11-27 A Holiday Celebration of Homeschooling - 1st hour

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This first hour is subtitled HOW TO SEND YOUR HOMESCHOOL STUDENT TO COLLEGE.

Steven's guest this hour is Greg Lampard , a friend of Connect The Thoughts , who serves as Dean at a private college—College America.  Located in Colorado, they're very interested in homeschoolers attending their college, and have set up free resources to assist in that effort!  Listen to this great hour of discussion and get TONS of info on sending a homeschooler to college!  Then take a look at some of the links below for specific help in the testing required to send a homeschooler to college.
 
Our very good friend Greg Lampard passed away on February 13, 2012.

I knew Greg for the past four years. He was profoundly interested in children and their welfare. Greg was generous with his intelligence and wisdom, and just this past November did this radio interview regarding how homeschoolers could go to college. He did the interview all the time knowing he was quite ill, and perhaps did not have much time left, but this was a service he wanted to offer. His patience, humor, and deep knowledge was in good effect on that day, as was usually the case. We'll make sure that many more people hear what he had to say. Greg was a fine and deeply worthwhile man, and he will be missed.

Steven Horwich
INFO FROM GREG LAMPARD THAT WILL HELP SEND A HOMESCHOOLER TO COLLEGE:

  • Link to Mr. Lampard's college:
  • Testing out of college courses (getting credit without paying for the college course) (There IS a charge for the test itself.)
  • Other resources
    • The Princeton Review: www.PrincetonReview.com
      • Gives great tips on
        • College entrance exam testing prep
        • Roadmaps to college (e.g. When and what to do at certain timeframes/grade levels)
        • Financial aid tips
        • Writing application essays
 
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  Webinar: 2011-11-27 A Holiday Celebration of Homeschooling - 2nd hour 45:12 

Webinar: 2011-11-27 A Holiday Celebration of Homeschooling - 2nd hour

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This second hour is subtitled THE CHILDREN'S HOUR.

An hour hosted by Steven's children, Katherine (now age 24) and William (now age 20), as they talk to other homeschooling children about homeschooling. One of the most fun and unique hours of talk about homeschooling you'll ever hear!
 
 
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  Webinar: 2011-11-27 A Holiday Celebration of Homeschooling - 3rd hour 53:37 

Webinar: 2011-11-27 A Holiday Celebration of Homeschooling - 3rd hour

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This final hour is subtitled HOMESCHOOL PARENTS TALK ABOUT HOW TO HOMESCHOOL.

Hosted by Steven, and featuring Arnell Burghorn, a mom who homeschooled her daughter all the way through Connect The Thoughts Upper School without hardly spending a dime on extra materials. Many parents call in to share their ideas and to explain what works well for them as homeschool families.
 
 
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  Webinar: 2011-04-26 Homeschooling in the 21st Century 47:46 

Webinar: 2011-04-26 Homeschooling in the 21st Century

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  Webinar: 2011-03-29 Why You Should Be Confident Homeschooling 54:00 

Webinar: 2011-03-29 Why You Should Be Confident Homeschooling

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    Webinar Reviews:

We listened to the Webinar today as a family. We absolutely loved it.

I have a kinesthetic learner and really appreciated the caller and the advice you gave regarding tailoring education to the child as well as the message of "not every child needs to be good at nor exposed to every singe subject". It helped release me from the clutches of the 'tape in your head' you both mentioned. Thank you!

As an aside, your endorsement of 'no homework for homeschoolers' has erupted a battlecry from my children, lol. I recently began assigning homework when they don't finish what they were assigned within the school day. I may (with some resistance) reconsider this. They love you Steven!!! No homework, no home work (said in the classic 'Attica' cadence). Feel free to add in the sound effects of the rhythmic fist pounding on the table as they chant, lol.

Great Job!

     by Ayesha Date Added: 03/29/2011
 
 
  Webinar: 2011-03-08 Homeschooling and Creativity 57:06 

Webinar: 2011-03-08 Homeschooling and Creativity

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    Webinar Reviews:

Thank you Steven for the podcast yesterday. I was one of the brave souls that called in concerning my 11 year old son.  The opportunity to be able to speak with you and explain my concerns about homeschooling was very comforting for me. Sometimes I second guess myself and need the reassurance that everything will be ok.  Thank you for all your concern and advice, you were very helpful. My son will start the creative writing class tomorrow. I explained to him what you said and he agreed to start it. The entire podcast was very helpful for me, I even listened to it again today.

     by Mervet Date Added: 03/09/2011