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Homework is an effective tool for promoting learning and fostering
retention. It takes many forms and to be effective needs to be: |
Drill & Practice:
In its simplest form, homework enables children to practice skills so that learning
is mastered and retained. Drill and practice assignments may be generated by the teacher
and returned to class.
Examples include: math worksheets, flash cards, vocabulary words,
computer games, spelling assignments.
Daily Home Study:
The purpose of daily home study is to offer the opportunity for students to develop
consistent study habits. The practice of basic skills provide a firm foundation for more
complex tasks.
Examples include: parent/child reading, 15-30 minutes of silent reading, math facts,
writing (diary, letters, journal, etc.)
Extension:
These are usually long range assignments. Students are required to integrate many
skills in the process of completing the final product.
Examples include: book reports, research projects, speech preparation, art projects.
We believe teachers, parents, and students all share in the responsibility for
homework.
Teacher Responsibility:
1. Decide what is appropriate and how often.
2. Assign work that meets the individual needs of the student.
Parent Responsibility:
1. Provide a proper time and environment for study.
2. Be involved and give support and encouragement to your child.
Student Responsibility:
1. Take the homework home.
2. Complete the homework.
3. Return it on time.
Accountability:
The consequence of not completing homework may included staying in at recess, or
missing a special classroom activity time. The most serious consequence is lost learning.
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We encourage children to make reading
a part of their experience, every day. |
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