What do parents think about homework?

Parents are listening. Helping with homework is one of the most common things that parents say they do to support their children’s learning. Many experts have found that helping with homework cultivates positive learning behaviors, reinforces class material and signals to children that their education is important.

Why homework is bad for parents?

Also, the pitfalls of homework assignments includes kids missing sleep, fighting with parents who can’t help or help too much (or do it for them), cutting into relaxation time and often tears and frustration. Parents have enough to do without having to go over everyone’s work and sign it.

What are some cons about homework?

Causes unnecessary stress When the workload is too large and tasks become increasingly difficult, homework causes students to feel anxious, stressed and unmotivated. This can lead to sleep deprivation and behavioural changes, while also ingraining homework as a negative aspect of schooling life.