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Case: Homework Hassles
Another school year is beginning in a few days. With that comes the frustration of kids not completing their homework on time or at all. I am wanting to get this problem corrected or at least manageable in the first weeks of school.
Here is what I work with and what I've tried:
-85% low income, several on the homeless side
-little to no parent involvement in and out of school
-an environment where kids know they will be passed regardless because former administrators make teachers give kids work until they get the D mark
-all students have to ride the bus to and from school; only a select few can find rides or walk home (not in the safest neighborhood)
I've tried taking recess, after school time, loss of other privileges, etc. Currently I penalize 10% for a day late, 25% for two days late, and 50% after 3 days. I usually have to take the homework if it is well past the 3 day mark, but at 50%.
What are some of your homework policies? I just want to get this frustrating habit under control sooner rather than later.
Solution: (Rates are posted for this solution!)
Since consequences are not working as hoped, I would implement some positive reinforcements to have students submit their homework on time. I have used ClassDojo as a way to encourage students to submit homework each day. You could use ClassDojo or a similar point system to allow students to earn points over a given time in order to earn a bigger reward such as a day of no homework, ice cream at lunch, or even a pizza or ice cream party for the class if everyone earns enough points for the whole month. I would also only issue homework that is absolutely necessary for the students to complete. The work would need to be able to be completed without any adult support or the need for other resources (dictionary, computer, construction paper, etc.) |
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| Comments: I agree positive reinforcement may be a better option for the class |
| Rated On: October 16, 2014 7:38 pm |
| Rated By: ehaZeb |
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Comments: I would do the same if I was in this situation.
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| Rated On: October 18, 2014 2:14 pm |
| Rated By: TuBuJy |
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| The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) |
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| Comments: Positive reinforcements are a great idea. I like the idea of using a point system and allowing students to earn points and work their way up to a bigger reward. I also agree that the main goal would be to have students do homework that is absolutely necessary. |
| Rated On: October 19, 2014 3:52 am |
| Rated By: esaSaV |
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| The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) |
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Comments: i agree with this solution
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| Rated On: February 28, 2015 9:32 pm |
| Rated By: eSaPaz |
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| The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) |
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| The suggested solution is relevant to the case |
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| The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement |
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| Comments: I love this solution. I like that the teacher recognized there are scenarios that tangible rewards are needed in the classroom to motivate students. |
| Rated On: February 25, 2018 12:53 pm |
| Rated By: geSuNy |
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| Comments: Yes! Love it!! |
| Rated On: October 13, 2022 3:57 pm |
| Rated By: VuBytu |
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