Should teachers give students much homework?

Beyond achievement, homework can also lead to the development of good study habits and foster independent learning and responsible character traits – essential skills later in life when students change jobs or learn new skills for advancement at work. read more

I think teachers should give students homework if they feel it is important to practice what they are being taught; however, I think some teachers give an excessive amount and it is unnecessary. I think it would be best if each teacher only gave an assignment that at tops would take 15-20 to complete. read more

Teachers refer to the “10-minute Rule” – homework time on any given school night should be equal to the child’s grade level times 10. So a second-grader should have 20 minutes of homework. The National Education Association and the National Parent Teacher Association agree with this philosophy. read more