Have you ever heard of a kid who averages 89% on quizzes, tests, and projects but gets a D in the class because his average on homework assignments is a pathetic 39%?
Why? Most homework assignments were not turned in and the rest were turned in late!
How can that be? I don't get it. Isn't it reasonable to expect some effort at ensuring that the homework gets done on time and is done correctly?
2 comments:
Classic bored kid syndrome. The homework assignments are probably a real drag for him to do just because they're so unchallenging.
You know the remedy for this... Homeschooling.
I've always been a huge fan of home schooling. I think I would also have liked the intellectual challenge. There are two problems which prevent me from going for it. First, if only it wasn't a full time job, I would almost certainly have done it. Second, the one thing you need (in addition to the time and willingness to learn) is patience. I have very low patience with kids who are trying to learn. BUT, I am changing my schedule to spend more time with Neil and his homework when he gets back from school.
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