R.I.P Homework…
I care what this article actually says. I’m interpreting it as homework is a relic of an educational past. I’ll be keeping an eye out for schools with a similar philosophy when my future kids (if they exist) are ready to be placed in school.
Any parents out there? What do you think?
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Kevin – students still need homework but they also need an environment that doesn’t jive on the other factors cited in the article – the resume building, over-achieving spirit that leaves little time for day dreaming and building a rich inner life. However, many times the parents are at fault. You have to choose what values you want your child to have. If a kid is really motivated, they are going to do all the work no matter what.
Kevin – students still need homework but they also need an environment that doesn’t jive on the other factors cited in the article – the resume building, over-achieving spirit that leaves little time for day dreaming and building a rich inner life. However, many times the parents are at fault. You have to choose what values you want your child to have. If a kid is really motivated, they are going to do all the work no matter what.