An analysis of parents' perception on the importance of homework: a case study in Malaysia

• Main Authors: Abdullah, Hazlina, Abdullah, Norhana, Abdullah, Liza, Abdul Ghani, Noor Amili, Md Zamin, Ainul Azmin, Kassim, Rosnani
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Published: Science International 2017
• Subjects: L Education (General); LC Special aspects of education
• Online Access: http://irep.iium.edu.my/57961/1/57961_An%20analysis%20of%20parents%27%20perception.pdf; http://irep.iium.edu.my/57961/; http://www.sci-int.com/pdf/636305349501857902.pdf
• Institution: Universiti Islam Antarabangsa Malaysia

Homework is often viewed as a crucial part of learning as it enhances children’s academic performance. Yet only a few studies to date have focussed specifically on the perceptions of parents regarding the importance of homework. Thus, this paper discusses the results of a study that sought to inve...