Pupils’ burden getting heavier


Caught in the middle: Experts believe being overwhelmed with homework can have a negative impact on pupils.

PETALING JAYA: The issue of pupils lugging heavy schoolbags has been a long-standing complaint but it is getting heavier than ever.

Repeated reminders by the Education Ministry not to weigh pupils down with too many workbooks appear to be ignored, with the children still suffering while school authorities and parents point the finger at each other.

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