High school students need real work, not busy work Researchers agree that homework should serve a specific developmental or educational purpose. High school students should not get the impression that their homework is just busy work; that increases resentment and reduces the likelihood they’ll see homework as crucial to their education. The goal of homework, especially in the high school years, is for students to spend more time studying a subject and engaging in the curriculum — assuming the homework is designed to be meaningful and engaging rather than passive activities that don’t truly engage or promote understanding of new concepts. Purposeful homework should give students a deeper understanding of content and allow them to practice skills that they can master independently. While some researchers suggest reducing homework for high school students, most researchers agree that homework at this age level is important because it has been positively linked to academic achievement. Yet it’s important to remember that the amount and type of homework matters, and teachers should strive to give less homework when possible so long as it promotes academic excellence. (https://resilienteducator.com/classroom-resources/homework-high-school/)
