As scientists compete to outdo each other in terms of technological innovations, teachers and schools are also working out strategies that will enable them emerge as the best. Everyone wants to be the best because it is a source of both pride and money since naturally every parent wants their children to associate with the creme de la creme.

In order to achieve this, many schools have resorted to pumping their learners (from nursery to secondary) with homework both during the term and holidays despite attending class for a good number of hours every day.

As Education Times discovered during its survey, many of these no longer have enough time to play, help their parents with house chores and play with their friends. But because every parent wants the best for their children, they have no choice but to be supportive in as many ways as possible. No wonder many parents end up doing homework for their children as they sit back and watch television, sometimes unregulated. 

This week, we explore the new trend in schools and homes with the sole aim of finding out if too much homework or television affects the child in anyway. Experts also advise us on the best way.