(NAPSI)—If your kids are like most, they tell you they have too much
homework. A recent University
of Phoenix online study1
of more than 1,000 U.S. K−12 teachers, however, suggests that may not
really be the case.
Homework Time
According to the survey, less than half of high school teachers assign
three or more hours of homework a week, while 27 percent of all K−12
teachers assign an hour or less—or even no homework at all. This is in
line with recent data from a Morning Consult survey commissioned by
University of Phoenix, which found that 46 percent of American adults feel
less than one hour of homework per day is appropriate for elementary school,
and 38 percent feel less than two hours per day is appropriate for high
school2.
“This data challenges the notion that American teachers are
continuing a reliance on outside schoolwork,” says Pamela Roggeman,
Ed.D., academic dean for the College
of Education at University of Phoenix,
which commissioned the study. “In reality, many educators are embracing
new models of learning in lieu of traditional homework assignments. Teachers
are opting for work outside of class that provides students with different
experiences rather than just more ‘drill and skill’ practice.”
Class Time
The survey also looked into in-class teaching practices, particularly the
use of technology. It found that 63 percent of K−12 teachers use
technology in the classroom daily, up from 55 percent in 2016. Laptops remain
the most common resource, with 86 percent of teachers using them, but other
technologies including educational apps (58 percent) and 3-D printers (21
percent) are on the rise. Forty-one percent of teachers use social media in
the classroom, up from 32 percent in 2016.
Surprisingly, many educators nevertheless remain wary of technology’s
effect on learning. Although 63 percent of teachers say edtech helps create a
more interactive learning experience, 25 percent still feel intimidated by
students’ knowledge and use of technology. Meanwhile, 71 percent of
teachers feel personal devices make it more difficult for students to pay
attention in group settings.
Dr. Roggeman notes, “New technology can serve as a useful resource
for educators and students alike, which is why so many teachers have come to
embrace it. That said, this data suggests that many teachers are introducing
edtech cautiously. In some cases, they are unfamiliar with certain resources,
but more often, they worry that personal devices will become an unwelcome
distraction.”
Where Teachers Can Learn
University
of Phoenix College of
Education has been educating teachers and school administrators for more than
30 years. It provides bachelor’s and master’s degree programs for
individuals who want to become teachers or current educators and
administrators seeking advanced degrees to strengthen their professional
knowledge. With education programs available throughout most of the U.S., the College of Education
has a distinct grasp of the national education picture and priorities for
teacher preparation. Faculty members on average bring more than 17 years of
professional experience to the classroom. University of Phoenix
is constantly innovating to help working adults move efficiently from
education to careers in a rapidly changing world. Flexible schedules, relevant
and engaging courses, and interactive learning can help students more
effectively pursue career and personal aspirations while balancing their busy
lives.
Where You Can Learn More
For further information about teacher preparation programs, continuing
teacher education and professional development programs at University of Phoenix,
visit www.phoenix.edu/education.
For information about all University
of Phoenix programs,
including on-time completion rates and the median debt incurred by students
who completed the program, visit www.phoenix.edu/programs/gainful-employment.
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For important information about the
educational debt, earnings and completion rates of students who attended
these programs, visit: www.phoenix.edu/programs/gainful-employment.
1This survey
was conducted online within the U.S.
by Harris Poll on behalf of University
of Phoenix between March 29 and
April 3, 2017 among 1,001 U.S.
adults aged 18 and older who are full-time employed as teachers in grades K−12
with at least an undergraduate degree.
2This poll
was conducted from June 15−19, 2017, among a national sample of 2,528
adults. E-interviews were conducted online and the data were weighted to
approximate a target sample of adults based on age, race/ethnicity, gender,
educational attainment and region. Results from the full survey have a margin
of error of plus or minus two percentage points.
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