Persuasive Essay- Why Less Homework Should be Assigned
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Homework has historically been given to students to reinforce what they learn at school, and ultimately to help them learn the material better. However, too much homework is not helpful, and can be counterproductive. Excessive amounts of time spent on completing homework can take away from a kids social life, family time, and limits participation in sports or other activities. The amount of homework a teacher can give to a student should be restricted, and only assigned due to necessity.
Critically acclaimed author Tamim Ansary reports that since 1981, the amount of homework given to the average sixth grader has increased by more than fifty percent. Many people claim that the increase in homework dates as far back as 1957, when ...
... homework is effective when used by the rule less is more. Overwhelming kids with loads of homework can cause them stress and possible physical injury. Homework takes away from the small amount of time kids get to spend with their parents and siblings. A limit on their physical and social activities can also take a large toll on their lives, and could hinder their health and future relationships.
Works CitedAnsary, Tamim. "Homework: Too Much of a Good Thing?" Encarta. 2007. 10 Dec. 2007
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17 March, 2008 17:23:47
This essay should be viewed by every teacher in the US. There simply is too much homework these days for kids to enjoy life.
Again, nice essay!
19 March, 2008 16:26:52
This was very persuasive!! It has good information and written well.
21 March, 2008 01:09:40
Great persuasive essay! Good information (with references), well put forward.
23 March, 2008 08:22:30
Nice essay. As a student in high school I hated homework. I also was involved in the extracurricular activities which made it even more of a pest. More teachers should, agree with your point of view. Nice Essay
19 December, 2008 17:08:03
I really liked how you tackled overweightness and linked it to homework, in a sense. It was very interesting.
15 July, 2009 22:29:44
I agree on "less homework is more". There is simply too much extra homework. Even though its good for you, too much of anything is bad for your health. Well done.
