The Homework Debate

Do you think your kids are receiving enough homework or that they are receiving to much homework?

These are questions that parents ask themselves on a regular basis.

Let's start by defining homework. Homework is defined as out of class assignments given to students to reinforce what was taught/learned in class.

Research shows that homework actually increases students' academic achievement, many teachers and parents agree that homework develops students' initiative and responsibility and fulfills the expectations of students, parents, and the public. Studies generally have found homework assignments to be most helpful if they are carefully planned by the teachers and have direct meaning to students. In other words schools should stop giving homework that is not meaningful.

According to statements by the National PTA and the National Education Association (NEA), the following amounts of homework are recommended:

• From kindergarten to third grade, no more than 20 minutes per day.
• From fourth to sixth grade, 20 to 40 minutes per day.
• From seventh to twelfth grade, the recommended amount of time varies according to the type and number of subjects a student is taking. In general, college-bound students receive lengthier and more involved homework than students preparing to enter the workforce immediately after graduation.

So what is our take?

We believe that homework is necessary because it does reinforce what is being learned in the classroom but it also prepares students for what to expect if they choose to further their education because as they progress on to college they will find that the amount of homework will increase.

If you or your child needs help with homework give us a call!

Nashville Learning Center

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