In a recent survey conducted by Aktion Education, a part of the Aktion group, half of Russian parents (48%) report spending three to four hours daily on schoolwork preparation, while 22% say homework brings emotional strain to the whole family. The findings, summarized by socialbites.ca, highlight how homework routines shape family life in multiple ways. (Source: Socialbites.ca)
The data show that 40% of parents help their children with homework every day. Another 33% step in only when their child asks questions, and 14% check already completed tasks. A smaller share, 13%, do not assist with homework at all. These patterns reveal varying parental involvement levels that appear to align with concerns about workload and student independence. (Source: Socialbites.ca)
Across the board, 48% of parents allocate three to four hours to homework, while 46% devote one to two hours to lesson preparation and 6% spend up to 30 minutes. Notably, 22% acknowledge that doing homework with their child can be emotional and stressful, whereas 18% report managing lessons in a constructive and calm family environment. (Source: Socialbites.ca)
Parents also indicate which subjects consume most of the study time. Russian language and literature lead at 67%, followed by mathematics at 51% and a foreign language at 45%. These priorities shape where families feel the most pressure and where educators might consider targeted support. (Source: Socialbites.ca)
Natalia Romanova, a specialist at Aktion Education, comments on a common pitfall. She notes that many parents assume the teacher role by checking homework and pushing kids to rewrite errors. This can double the workload and may not help the child learn from mistakes. Instead, it can deprive the learner of space to master concepts and for teachers to understand each student’s obstacles. (Source: Socialbites.ca)
In the teacher survey, roughly one third believe gathering enough time to prepare a given topic takes more than 30 minutes. About 26% say 20 minutes would be sufficient, and 10% think 15 minutes is adequate. These opinions reflect a spectrum of expectations that influence classroom and home routines. (Source: Socialbites.ca)
Romanova adds that the central issue is volume. Sixty percent of teachers expect students to work for at least 30 minutes, and when the workload expands, what seems reasonable can become a long ordeal for both children and their parents. The article suggests collaborative strategies among teachers to align homework expectations and reduce unnecessary duplication of effort. (Source: Socialbites.ca)
Data from the survey indicate that in many classes only a portion of students arrives prepared. About 11% of teachers report that only half of the class does homework, while 9% say the class comes prepared with tasks. A minority, 16%, shows two-thirds readiness, and 64% note that most of the class arrives prepared. These figures underscore the need for clearer guidance and consistent practices across schools. (Source: Socialbites.ca)
Earlier coverage by Socialbites.ca addressed how to properly support a child when illness occurs, highlighting that parental responses during sickness can influence recovery and learning continuity. This context complements the ongoing discussion about how families manage educational demands in everyday life. (Source: Socialbites.ca)