I’ve always wondered—who actually invented homework, and more importantly, why? What was the original purpose behind assigning work outside of class? Was it meant to help students learn better, or was it just a way to keep us busy? Honestly, sometimes it feels like endless stress with no real benefit. What’s your take on this?
The purpose of homework was never just to keep students busy - it was to extend learning beyond the classroom. Roberto Nevelis is often credited with formalising the idea of homework to help students practice and reinforce lessons. It may be difficult, but the goal has always been academic improvement.
Honestly, I think homework was invented by teachers who wanted to see us suffer. Just kidding! But seriously, I think homework can be helpful, but too much of it can be exhausting.
The original purpose of homework was to reinforce knowledge learned in class, develop independence, and develop critical thinking. The idea was to allow students to work on the material at their own pace, without pressure from the teacher or peers. It was also intended to teach them self-discipline and responsibility.
Homework actually dates back centuries, but it became popular in the 19th century. The main idea was to reinforce what students learned in class and build discipline but yeah, sometimes it feels more like busywork than real learning. Personally, I think it only helps if it’s meaningful and not just piling on for the sake of it.
