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Homework and its effects, justifications, motivations and alleged benefits have been the subject of sharp criticism among many education experts and researchers. According to a study by the Dresden University of Technology , homework—described in the study as "an educational ritual"—has little to no influence on academic performance.
Middle-class parents spent the most in their children's education out of all groups. [18] Middle-class parents want to build 'child capital' through this financial investment in tutoring. [19] Teachers' requirements can place extra burdens on Chinese parents. In China, some teachers require parents to check and supervise their children's homework.
Closures are estimated to have lasted for an average of 41 weeks (10.3 months). They have had significant negative effects on student learning, which are predicted to have substantial long-term implications for both education and earnings, with disproportionate affects.
HENRICO COUNTY, Va. (WTVR) - Patricia Galvan helps her son, a seventh grade student at Harry F. Byrd Middle School in Henrico County, each night with his homework. But recently, Galvan said she ...
Mental health in education is the impact that mental health (including emotional, psychological, and social well-being) has on educational performance.Mental health often viewed as an adult issue, but in fact, almost half of adolescents in the United States are affected by mental disorders, and about 20% of these are categorized as “severe.” [1] Mental health issues can pose a huge problem ...
Critics of compulsory schooling argue that such education violates the freedom of children; is a method of political control; [136] is ineffective at teaching children how to deal with the "real world" outside of school; [137] and may have negative effects on children, leading to higher rates of apathy, bullying, stress, and depression. [138]
It is estimated that 29.4 million children daily receive their meals through the National School Lunch Program (NSLP). [3] Food insecurity can have very serious effects on children's health. Short-term effects may include fatigue and decreased immune response, while long-term effects may be emotional, physical, and psychological. [4]
Suicide is the third leading cause of death for youth between the ages of 10 and 24. Cyber bullying is rapidly increasing. Some writers have suggested monitoring and educating children from a young age about the risks associated with cyber bullying. [38] Children use, on average, 27 hours of internet a week and it is on the increase.