Should you get homework every night?

Answer 1

I'm a student (but I'll try to be unbiased)

I think that homework is useful at lower levels (1st year of GCSE and below) although too much (45 minutes+ per day) is disheartening and makes school less enjoyable and more of a chore.

During the second year of GCSE's (especially right now because of exams) it is a bad idea to have lots of homework set. this is because coursework needs to be started and completed on time (otherwise you get marked down a certain % everyday)

If you are a student studying GCSE then its a good idea to do homework to re-enforce learning, however if its something that you thoroughly understand, you're better off not doing it, and enjoying your time a bit more. however if your teacher does not set any homework, then Its an idea to try a few questions a night, and see if you are stuck on anything (this is especially important in maths!) I've got a maths exam on Monday, and am wishing I got a few problems.

If they honestly do a lot of work during class they should have a break. If they get a little bit of work during class they should have homework.

No, what we get for home work some kids don't get it and their parents are too lazy to help

Answer 2

To reinforce what has been taught, to explore new material, and to develop the habit of good thinking. Homework shouldn't be overwhelming; that is NOT the purpose. It should be mildly challenging and doable in reasonable periods of time, given that kids do have a life outside of school.

Answer 3

Yes, because usually they don't have time in the morning. In most houses, getting the children to eat their breakfast, and get ready for school is stressful enough without trying to finish off homework as well.

Answer 4

It depends on what grade a student is in, but there is no reason for students in middle and high schools to have an hour of homework a night.

Answer 5

You should do your homework whenever you have it, yes. That is, if you want to learn more and make better grades...