The purpose of this study was to investigate whether homework affects second grade mathematics achievement. The study involved two classes of on-grade-level students and involved a unit on place value. The results indicated that the achievement of the experimental group, which was given homework, was better than the achievement of the control…

A national sample of 441 elementary, middle, and senior high teachers was asked about their homework practices, including their use of adaptations for students with disabilities. Tables present results for frequency and amount of homework, helpfulness of specific types of homework, in-class structures, adaptations, parent communication strategies,…

Investigated were the effects of interactive computer-generated homework on unit tests, a final examination, and a comprehensive test given near the end of a Physical Science I course. The results indicated that the use of the homework reduced the effectiveness of the American College Test scores as a predictor of course achievement. (YP)