‘Burden’ of school projects proves a headache at home for parents – The National

  • Date: 03-Apr-2022
  • Source: The National
  • Sector:Education
  • Country:Jordan
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‘Burden’ of school projects proves a headache at home for parents – The National

Parents in Sharjah have raised concerns over children being overburdened with school projects, which are taking a toll on family time and finances.

They have called on schools to examine how they deliver project-based learning to ease the pressure on young pupils.

The widely used education tool aims to broaden pupils' learning experience through practical tasks, which develop problem-solving skills. critical thinking and self-management.