Time4Learning and Abeka® Curriculum Features
When you are researching the top homeschool curriculum options, you’ll likely be comparing them closely to find out which one(s) is/are the best fit for your family. Aside from being able to test them out for yourself, this is difficult unless you know what features each one offers.
Depending on your personal worldview, your family circumstances, your academic goals, and your child’s specific learning needs, you may be wondering things like:
- Which homeschool curriculum offers daily lesson plans?
- Which homeschool curriculum offers payment plans?
- Which homeschool curriculum is not common core?
- Which homeschool curriculum is fun to use?
Matching Homeschool Curriculum Features with Your Needs
Even when you know all the features of a curriculum and how it compares with other programs, it’s important to focus on the features that are most important to your family. For example, if both parents are working while homeschooling, you’ll want to focus on curricula that requires less preparation time and that allows students to work somewhat independently. If you are on a tight budget, then you’ll not only want an inexpensive program, but you’ll also want to be sure that you can cancel your subscription or return products that don’t work for you.
Before comparing and contrasting homeschool programs, make a list of your “must have” features followed by a list of “would be nice to have” features. Having this in front of you will help your homeschool curriculum research go faster and will quickly eliminate programs that you don’t need to spend time and effort exploring further.
Comparing the Features of Time4Learning and Abeka® Academy Homeschool Curriculum
If you have been considering both Time4Learning and Abeka® Academy homeschool curriculum, we have put together a chart of things to know about the features of each to make your comparison easier. Scan the categories below, and then if you want to know more about how Time4Learning works, you can take a short tour.
Time4Learning | Abeka® Academy | |
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Pricing Structure |
Time4Learning
Monthly subscription – no contracts
|
Abeka®
Individual component or package purchase
|
Common Core Alignment |
Time4Learning
No*
|
Abeka®
No*
|
Lesson Style |
Time4Learning
Multimedia online lessons
|
Abeka®
Textbooks and/or video lessons
|
Worldview |
Time4Learning
Secular
|
Abeka®
Christian
|
Access to more than one grade level |
Time4Learning
Yes
|
Abeka®
No
|
Lesson plans available |
Time4Learning
Yes
|
Abeka®
Yes
|
Grade levels available |
Time4Learning
PreK-12
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Abeka®
PreK-12
|
Automated Recordkeeping |
Time4Learning
Yes
|
Abeka®
No
|
Parent input required |
Time4Learning
Parents choose how often and how much they want students to use the program. Time4Learning takes care of the rest.
|
Abeka®
Depends on the type of instructional materials you purchase. Parents handle all grading and recordkeeping.
|
Internet connection required |
Time4Learning
Yes
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Abeka®
No
|
Live support hours |
Time4Learning
By phone or live chat, Mon-Fri 9:00am-6:00pm EST
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Abeka®
By phone or live chat, Mon-Fri 8am-4:45pm CST
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Parent Support Forum Available |
Time4Learning
Yes
|
Abeka®
No
|
* While neither Time4Learning nor Abeka® is specifically aligned with Common Core standards, each of the programs has always met or exceeded recommended content standards. As both curricula are used by students worldwide, they are instead designed to meet the requirements and preferences of students across the U.S. and beyond.
Want to know more about how Time4learning compares with Abeka® Academy for homeschooling? You might be interested in:
- Homeschool Curriculum Review: Time4Learning vs Abeka®
- Pros and Cons of Abeka® Curriculum vs Time4Learning
- Homeschooling Cost: Abeka® Homeschool Cost vs Time4Learning
- How to Use Time4Learning with Abeka® Academy Curriculum
*Time4Learning is not affiliated with Pensacola Christian College. Time4Learning’s purpose with this article is to provide information to families who are considering an eclectic approach to homeschooling or who wish to compare the benefits of using both curricula. Time4Learning’s products and services are not endorsed or sponsored by Pensacola Christian College. Abeka® is the registered trademark of Pensacola Christian College.
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