provides strong evidence that, when used appropriately, homework benefits student achievement. (p.3) The key word is “appropriately” in this sentence because there is a fine balance between too much homework and too little. The homework given must also not be too hard. Teachers cannot ask parents to become a second teacher for their children. Homework should be constructive and useful not just for the sake of giving students more work. Giving homework can allow more time in class for instruction…
“It has been estimated that 25–40% of the U.S. population suffers from test anxiety “(Gibson, Heather A). Test anxiety has a negative effect on many students, studies have shown that “testing anxiety is related to reductions in academic performance as indicated by grade point average and final course grades.”(Salend, Spencer J) Student who have test anxiety show symptoms of headaches…
An immense of research supports mental health professionals to practice the theoretical framework of modern attachment theory in analyzing client’s situations. Modern attachment framework allows providers to gain insight of clients current functioning through a holistic approach that considers the connection between mind, body and brain. Bowlby’s work provided insight in understanding the importance of a person’s development through the concept of attachment schema, proximity and secure base.…
an independent student. That means learning how to do what needs to be done, whether one particularly feels like doing it or not. Yet helicoptering congestion persists by parental wake-up calls and day-to-day tracking of classroom attendance and homework completion” (Griffin and Russell). Helicopter parents continue their overprotective involvement in their children’s life, even during their adolescent years. They are showing up at colleges uninvited for non scheduled visitations frequently to…
this paper; how does technology and social media effect students in school? With being a college student and going through most of school with a pencil in one hand and a cell phone in the other, choosing this topic felt appropriate as it is a colossal problem within classrooms and work environments. This paper will be a factual report with an analysis of the problem dealing with the effects of social media on students in a school setting. Negative effects of technology in classrooms, along with…
Exposition Essay Two Composition II McKenzie Kangas There are many things that distract college students from completing their homework. New technology such as talking on the phone, sending text messages, reading emails, or being on social media are common distractors. Students are taking longer to complete their assignments due to these distractions, while absorbing less information than they would if they were focusing solely on schoolwork. Multi-tasking can prevent students from…
students such as simplifying their learning progress, stimulating them and boosting their learning ability (Tran et al, 2005); however, it also bring some negative effects on primary students. The extra classes overload on primary students has become a concerning issue recently. To illustrate this, this paper will take a closer look on the negative effects of extra classes on primary students’ biological, cognitive and socioemotional…
There are times when I feel pressured by others. For instance, my roommate who is in the same economics class as me, studies and reads more than me, which would make me feel that I should work harder than he does. This type of pressure can have negative effects among others. It might destroy a friendship, as a student would feel intimidated, resentful, and jealous towards their peers. But Zinsser said that students shouldn’t worry about their peers working harder than themselves, instead they…
The Effects of the Internet on Society With the continuing evolution of technology in the last decades, it has left many people in doubt whether the internet is a beneficial resource for our society. The argument is that it is affecting the population’s cognitive development and ultimately making them less intelligent. Furthermore, it is argued that not only are personal relationships being affected but most frightening, individuals are starting to lose their privacy especially that of children…
her negative beliefs and thoughts. I also know that Suzy Q is likely to make possible changes in her behavior as we progress in the therapy sessions. I will focus on small adjustments in whatever she will be able to do since these efforts can influence her thinking, feeling, and behavior. I will also give Suzy Q homework after the session so she may continue working on the presenting issue even when she on her own. An example of homework that I will give Suzy Q is reading a book on negative…