For students, homework becomes a dreaded burden and a chore. Many other things take precedence-and that sets up the homework battles for students, parents, and ultimately for teachers as well. Homework is not many students’ first choice for an after-school or evening activity.
Teachers have various reasons for assigning homework: fostering independence and organization, enhancing study skills, reviewing material from the day, demonstrating understanding of class material, etc. Homework performance affects grading, along with attendance, class participation, tests/quizzes, effort, etc. Homework expectations are often stated in the student handbook. It is an unwritten rule: teachers, students, and parents just assume that all students will do homework as part of their school experience. Homework: Education? or just “work”?Īsk any parent, teacher, or student-there are many benefits and challenges to homework! Homework is a standard part of all children’s school experience and usually the amount of homework assigned increases dramatically as the student matures through the grades. If the team determines that the student with AS can handle homework, then thoughtful planning, collaboration between home and school, and appropriate modifications will ultimately lead to a successful experience with homework-and greatly reduce the tears and homework battles many families experience. Decisions about homework should be addressed by the whole educational team, including parents and, if possible, the student (especially the older student). Hopefully this article will help both parents and teachers focus your thinking about homework and make good decisions for your student. Homework is an issue that needs careful consideration for the student with AS.
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