Features of Homework Include
- Assigned by teachers to reinforce classroom learning
- Typically completed outside of regular class time
- Can be individual or group work
- Can include a variety of tasks such as writing, reading, problem-solving, or research
- Often graded or evaluated as part of a student’s overall academic performance.
There have been numerous studies and articles on the topic of homework, covering various aspects such as its effectiveness, impact on student well-being, and approaches to assigning and completing homework. Some related resources include:
- The National Education Association’s recommendations for homework, suggest a maximum of 10 minutes of homework per grade level per night
- The meta-analysis “The Relationship Between Homework and Academic Achievement: A Synthesis of Research, 1987-2003” by Harris Cooper and colleagues, finds a positive correlation between homework and student achievement, particularly for older students
- The article “Too Much Homework Is Bad for Kids” by Sara Bennett and Nancy Kalish, argues that excessive homework can lead to negative effects on students’ health, well-being, and family life
- The book “The Homework Myth: Why Our Kids Get Too Much of a Bad Thing” by Alfie Kohn, critiques the assumptions and practices surrounding homework and proposes alternatives.
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