On August 28, 2010, there was an article in globe and mail news papers about new rules that will allow teachers to deduct marks for late assignment(s). This article presents a current problem in Canada that many of the students are being absent or late on due dates for hand in assignment(s).
At first I was surprised to see that this existed as a problem. Then my opinion was balanced between agree and disagree. Students who hand in their assignment(s) late or are absent on the due date do not learn about the consequences of their actions. Then these actions will become a habit and will continue to do so through high school, university and beyond. Parents might get concerned about this and how this affects their work habit.
I agree to this solution for teachers being able to deduct marks for late or missed assignments. Because of this, students will be able to mange their time better and that will prepare them for the other schools. Being absent for every assignment will tell the teachers a pattern and will see if you have been managing your time well for homework. The teachers will be preparing the students for high school, university and their jobs.
I disagree with this idea as it might affect students who are really sick. Last year, many people in my class were away and sick during winter missing the assignments. For that reason, their average percent dropped by the end of the school year.
In total, I agree with this new policy that teachers should be able to deduct marks for late assignments as I think it will give good results at the end.
Thank you for your response Sara.
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