Homework Without Tears

14/01/2026 16 min Temporada 7 Episodio 11
Homework Without Tears

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Homework often elicits a profound sense of anxiety among students, a phenomenon that we shall explore in depth in today’s discussion. Our esteemed guest, Ramona Russell, a school counselor at Birney Elementary, explains the challenges students face when confronted with homework assignments. She emphasizes that the root causes of this anxiety frequently stem from a lack of understanding regarding the material or the instructions provided. Furthermore, we delve into the critical role that effective communication between parents and teachers plays in alleviating homework-related stress. Through our conversation, we aim to give parents practical strategies to create a supportive homework environment, thus fostering a more manageable and less stressful experience for their children.Guest:Ramona Russell, Birney Elementary School CounselorPodcast Home:https://the-inside-scoop.captivate.fm/Cobb Schools on YouTube:http://www.youtube.com/@TheRealCobbSchoolsGive us a review:https://www.podchaser.com/TheInsideScoopHere's the link to let us know what you'd like to hear:https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/VYTRCLGCobb Sports Podcast:https://cobb-sports.captivate.fm/episodesThe Cobb County School District:https://www.cobbk12.orgTakeaways:The episode emphasizes the importance of understanding a child's struggles with homework, particularly regarding comprehension of skills and directions.Effective communication between parents and teachers is crucial for addressing a child's educational challenges and ensuring consistent support.Implementing a structured homework routine can significantly alleviate stress for students and create an environment conducive to learning.Parents should recognize the signs of overwhelming stress in their children and differentiate it from productive struggle during homework assignments.