Today in class we discussed homework. Pupils completed a PMI chart on the subject of Homework. They put down the plus points, the minus points and asked and Interesting questions about homework.
Most pupils know that homework allows them to share learning with home, improves their skills and moves learning forward.
Most pupils felt that they spend a long time working in school.
We discussed the difference between homework at primary and secondary. Some pupils with older siblings told us that that homework gets done because of the consequences – pupils with de-merits for not doing homework miss out on school trips!
Funnily enough, the pupils who complete homework thought this was a good idea. The pupils who do not complete homework did not like the idea.
Two of our pupils informed us that their older siblings don’t do the homework or cheat.
Is this really moving learning forward?
Let us know your views!
