homework is not always a waste of time. There can be plenty of interesting assignments which allow students to improve skills developed during the classes". This argument is virtually moot in this debate round, teachers can assign these things but they have not, and independent study, and a push towards extracurriculars solves all of these issues." Teachers have already assigned these things. In fact I'm debating because it was given to me as homework and I find it very interesting and educating. If this assignment wasn't given to me by the teacher I would not have been able to learn different opinions on big issues, controversial topics.