Why Do Teachers Assign Homework

nerjeen.laktineh الجمعة يونيو 17, 2011 10:43 am

Teachers assign homework for many reasons. Homework can help their students
-review and practice what they’ve covered in class;
- get ready for the next day’s class;
-learn to use resources, such as libraries, reference materials and computer Web
sites to find information about a subject;
- explore subjects more fully than classroom time permits;
-extend learning by applying skills they already have to new situations; and
- integrate their learning by applying many different skills to a single task, such as
book reports or science projects.

Homework also can help students to develop good study habits and positive attitudes. It
can
-teach them to work independently; and
-encourage self-discipline and responsibility (assignments provide some children
with their first chance to manage time and to meet deadlines).
In addition, homework can help create greater understanding between families and
teachers and provide opportunities for increased communication. Monitoring homework
keeps families informed about what their children are learning and about the policies and
programs of the teacher and the school.