Dr. Overy's KBase: Resources for Teaching and Learning
Homework
What is the purpose of homework?
Homework is considered to be an essential and integral component of the overall learning process. It should allow opportunities for : (i) Reinforcement of knowledge and understanding (ii) Application of the knowledge and understanding to solve problems. (iii) Emphasising the interaction...
20 Sep, 2015
What are the objectives of homework?
3. The nature of the homework Homework should encourage students to learn more about Science in the broadest sense of the word. SATIS (Science, Technology and Society) activities should be encouraged, and students should view homework as a challenge, stimulating and relevant to their needs and...
20 Sep, 2015
Can you provide some guidance on differentiation for homework activities?
The key to success is a wide variety of activities, which allow increased accessibility to science, by means of a wide range of teaching and learning activities. Far too much emphasis has been placed on teacher-led activities, in which a teacher provides a common homework for the whole class. If...
15 Dec, 2023
Where is your Homework Policy document?
The Homework Policy Document is attached below....
08 Dec, 2015