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Is homework a waste of time?

YES, says mother-of-three Barbara Scully

Is homework a waste of time?

Mon, 13 Oct, 2014 - 01:00

Barbara Scully and Aileen Lynch

Homework for primary school children is a waste and does more harm than good. This is something I have long believed, having put three children through the junior school system here. However, until recently I was unaware that there is research to confirm what I have long-suspected.

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