One scary lady... Eye-popping column from Tech Central Station from a 'charter-school' blogger, who is complaining that parents are too busy leisuring their kids to have any time to build foam molecules with them at home:
Is soccer really more important than studying? Should teachers eliminate math homework so kids can spend more time practicing karate kicks? Intelligently assigned homework of reasonable difficulty is worth the effort. In elementary school, a little homework develops good work habits, though it doesn't boost achievement. Middle and high school students learn more, especially in math, when they study more. They also prepare to learn independently - if Mom and Dad back off and let them do their own work. Limit after-school activities. Turn off the TV. There's plenty of time for homework - if it's the top priority.If you really want more, she has a blog.
