2011-2012 - Bavarian International School
2011-2012 - Bavarian International School
2011-2012 - Bavarian International School
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the learning process.<br />
Homework should be in line with and provide opportunities for students to develop the attributes as<br />
described in the IB learner profile. (please see page Error! Bookmark not defined.)<br />
The purpose of homework in the Upper <strong>School</strong> is to:<br />
Consolidate and reinforce skills, knowledge and understanding<br />
Extend school learning<br />
Develop organizational and time management skills<br />
Complete coursework requirements<br />
TYPES OF HOMEWORK<br />
The types of homework tasks that are set by teachers should be purposeful, engaging, planned and take into<br />
account the learning needs of the individual student through differentiation.<br />
Some examples of appropriate homework activities that may be set are:<br />
- Preparation for the next lesson, such as looking up the meaning of key vocabulary, or doing a pre-reading<br />
- Responding to a teacher’s written feedback from a piece of work completed in class<br />
- Reviewing learning that has taken place in class<br />
- Practising and consolidating vocabulary and skills<br />
- Research tasks<br />
- Practise of in-class presentations<br />
- Preparation for forthcoming tests<br />
The amount of time that should be spent completing homework<br />
A homework timetable will be made available to students in Grade 9 parents and teachers in support of the<br />
policy that homework expectations should be reasonable.<br />
HOMEWORK TIMETABLE<br />
Below is the homework expectation for BIS students in grades 9-12.<br />
Grade Ave. Amount of Homework per Night<br />
9-10 100-120 minutes<br />
11-12 140-180 minutes<br />
Students, who have difficulties in understanding and completing their homework tasks should not extend<br />
the time allotted to homework completion, but rather seek clarification from the subject teacher before the<br />
lesson when the work is due.<br />
It is understood that ALL Upper <strong>School</strong> students read regularly. Parents are encouraged to involve their<br />
children in matters of global concern and news items. IBDP students are expected to read further than the<br />
prescribed curriculum in their Higher Level subjects.<br />
HOW THE SCHOOL WILL SUPPORT STUDENTS WITH HOMEWORK<br />
To support students with homework the school will:<br />
• Adhere to this policy<br />
• Review this policy and implementation with students, parents and teachers<br />
• Provide homework diaries for every student and assistance in how these can be used<br />
• Support students in how they can organise their time to include homework<br />
• Provide time for students to enter homework into diaries<br />
• Inform parents when homework is not being completed on a regular basis<br />
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