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What is the most effective form of homework in schools?

Nobody likes homework, but new research has shown conclusively that it is beneficial. A study by...

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15.58 14 Sep 2026


What is the most effective form of homework in schools?


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Nobody likes homework, but new research has shown conclusively that it is beneficial.

A study by University of Limerick academics has shown that short, regular homework assignments boost math and science performance among secondary students.

Professor Dónal Palcic from UL’s Kemmy Business School was involved in the research, and joins Shane to discuss.


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