The beneficial effect of homework on increasing student motivation in higher education

Huszti, Ilona (2025) The beneficial effect of homework on increasing student motivation in higher education. PROBLEMS OF EDUCATION, 1 (1(102)). pp. 101-112. ISSN 2710-3986

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Abstract

This article deals with the influence of homework within the context of higher education. It navigates the viewpoints of educational experts, who either champion homework for its positive effects on academic achievement or critique it for its potential to negatively impact students psychologically. Positioned as an advocate for homework, the author aims to substantiate its beneficial role in the learning process by emphasising its key characteristics. The study synthesizes contemporary research perspectives on homework, establishing a working definition as teacher-assigned tasks undertaken by students beyond scheduled class time. The increasing prominence of online learning is explored, with a detailed presentation of engaging online homework assignments tailored to specific foreign language skills. Furthermore, the article proposes a range of motivational strategies for online homework, focusing on personalization, clear communication, varied task formats, interactive elements, timely feedback, community building, and the effective use of technology. Thus, the main aims of the study are to substantiate the beneficial role of homework in higher education by synthesizing research, outlining principles for effective design, addressing implementation challenges, and proposing motivational strategies for online assignments. In addition, several promising directions for future research are suggested, including longitudinal studies on the impact of online homework.

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