Dunfermline Homework Policy
Our homework policy reflects the fact that language learning is an on-going skill and pupils’ progress in Modern Languages depends on regular study.
Homework is generally issued via Show My Homework/Satchel One.
Both learning homework and written homework are used:
- so that pupils can self-assess what they know and what they need to work on
- so that pupils and teachers can identify areas for development and next steps
- so that teachers can plan ahead
- so that teachers can give feedback to the class, to individuals, verbally or in writing
S1/2 pupils are expected to:
- Learn the vocab covered in the previous lesson (5-10 minutes minimum per night). This will be checked through weekly/fortnightly vocab tests.
- Do written homework from the Tapas Menus at the end of the vocabulary booklets (see an example below).
- Complete other revision or preparation tasks, as set by the teacher.
- Learning Homework is a regular and ongoing task, whereas written homeworks are typically completed every two weeks.
S3-4 pupils are expected to:
- Learn the vocab covered in the previous lesson (10 mins per evening minimum) using their notes and the vocabulary booklets issued to them
- Read over grammar notes
- Complete any Reading, Writing, Talking preparation or Grammar tasks issued as homework
- Learning Homework is a regular and ongoing task, whereas written homeworks are typically completed every 1-2 weeks. This will increase nearer assessments and final exams, when more revision and preparation will be required.
S5/6 pupils are expected to:
- Learn the vocab covered in previous lessons (10 mins per night)
- Read over grammar notes
- Do/complete a grammar exercise once per week
- Prepare for oral work by writing out short talks
- Complete any work not finished in class
- Post –October break, complete an element from the final exam (R comp, translation, essay work)
