Investigating factors influencing deep and surface approaches to homework: a multilevel analysis

Perceptions of Teachers and Students Regarding the 10th Grade Students’ Homework in Perspectives: Academic Achievement and Practices

“…For instance, in immediate academic benefits, homework correlates positively with enhanced retention of factual knowledge, heightened comprehension, improved critical thinking, and enriched curriculum experiences [6,5,4] Regarding longterm academic benefits, homework is associated with increased learning during leisure time, a positive school attitude, and enhanced study habits and skills [6,5,8]. Additionally, nonacademic benefits include greater selfdirectedness, improved self-discipline, enhanced time management, heightened curiosity, and independent problem-solving [6,5,9]. In terms of familial benefits, homework is linked to heightened parental appreciation and involvement in education, increased parental interest in a child's academic progress, and heightened student awareness of the homeschool connection [8,10,11].…”