JUDY ARNALL
Judy Arnall, BA, CCFE, DTM is a certified brain and child development specialist and master of non-punitive parenting and education practices. She is the founder of Unschooling Canada Association and is the bestselling author of 5 print books translated into 5 languages, including Discipline Without Distress and Parenting With Patience. Her latest book, Unschooling To University: Relationships matter most in a world crammed with content, is becoming a bestseller. She is the parent of 5 self-directed educated children of which 3 have already graduated university, 1 is halfway through, and 1 is enjoying a Masters program. 3 are in STEM careers in engineering, health science and chemistry. She can be reached at https://www.judyarnall.com or at https://www.
2022 CONFERENCE SESSION
PAST CONFERENCE SESSIONS
CANHSCON2018
SESSION: UNSCHOOLING TO UNIVERSITY
In this session, Judy Arnall will present the biological science behind the learning ages and stages as well as the research supporting unschooling (self-directed learning). She also addresses the advantages and disadvantages, as well as common concerns and myths regarding unschooling, such as educational gaps, math for STEM career pathways, work ethic, socialization, assessment, permissiveness, and many other aspects of unschooling.
CANHSCON2019
SESSION: UNSCHOOLING TO UNIVERSITY
Based on the book, Unschooling To University, this one hour session is packed with practical information for those considering unschooling. We will cover:
- what unschooling is and what it isn't
- what the research states about unschooling
- how unschooling differs from home education and school
- how a child's brain development affects changes with unschooling (self-directed education), motivation and learning
- the good news about screen time
CANHSCON2020
SESSION: UNIVERSITY, COLLEGE, TECH, AND ART SCHOOLS: HOW TO GET IN AND STAY IN
Learn about the many ways to apply for post-secondary programs and tips for success in navigating the application process and the first year.
CANHSCON2021
SESSION: UNSCHOOLING FOR STEM CAREERS
In this session, participants will examine how self-directed learners focus on potential STEM careers in late teens or adulthood and the most common learning methods they can use to gain credentials for entry into universities and colleges. Tips and best practices will be discussed on how to facilitate learning in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics without formal lessons.