Russia's Ministry of Education to Limit Homework Hours, Sparking Debate
The Russian Ministry of Education is set to introduce new regulations on homework, aiming to balance learning and leisure time for students. Meanwhile, educators and psychologists debate the merits of traditional homework versus creative projects.
The Ministry, led by Sergei Kravtsov, has drafted a bill to limit homework hours based on grade levels. Primary school students, for instance, would spend no more than 1.5 hours daily on homework, rising to 3.5 hours for high school students.
Psychologist Elena Ovcharenko welcomes these changes, advocating for improved psychological support in schools. She believes that practical learning formats can help children apply theoretical knowledge. Ovcharenko argues that the current system often forces knowledge onto children, neglecting their psychological development.
Anna Zaitseva, a veteran primary school teacher, holds a different view. With 18 years of experience, she supports maintaining traditional homework to ensure educational quality. Zaitseva warns that abolishing homework in lower grades could undermine children's foundational knowledge.
The 'New People' party, including Vice-Speaker of the State Duma Vladislav Davankov, has proposed replacing traditional homework with creative projects. They argue that this approach makes learning more engaging and meaningful. The State Duma plans to discuss this proposal this fall.
The Ministry of Education's bill, to be submitted in October, aims to strike a balance between learning and leisure. While some educators and psychologists support the changes, others express concerns about the impact on children's foundational knowledge. The debate surrounding traditional homework versus creative projects is set to continue in the State Duma this fall.
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