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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Asian parent here: helping my children with their homework - not doing it for them - is part of my responsibility as a parent.

My parents did it for me, their parents did it for them.............

I want my children to excel to the best of their ability. Homework is part of that process.

Now flame away about tiger moms, etc![/quote]

Its just a different philosophy. My job is to teach my children to be independent learners, how the system works, how to get help from the teachers, how to study, how to learn that each teacher is different and 1/2 the battle is just figuring out what the teacher wants.

Homework is [b]their [/b]job, not mine and if they don't get it they need to figure out how to get it without mom's help.

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My kids are plenty independent but I don't leave them to sink or swim when it comes to homework. Yes, homework is something they need to do and my job is to guide them when they need the guidance, make sure they focus on their studies and get a handle on what areas they need more support whether from the teacher or from us or from a tutor.

Perhaps there is an element of philosophical difference but it is less than you may imagine. Lessons of discipline when it comes to studying, completing homework and seeking to excel are all values that are inculcated when children are young. The hope is that these values will stand them in good stead when they go to college.[/quote]

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