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Fraser, Esther; Mallek, Chris; Sigourney, Donna; Watland, Millie – 1999
This paper describes a program designed to increase student motivation to complete homework assignments. The targeted population consisted of 3rd, 4th, 9th, and 10th grade students attending schools in the Midwest. Analysis of probable cause data reveals that parental involvement can be insufficient and misdirected. Homework can lack relevance to…
Descriptors: Attendance Patterns, Change Strategies, Educational Strategies, Elementary Secondary Education
Keith, Michelle; Puzerewski, Bonnie; Raczynski, Patricia – 1999
Seventh grade students in three schools in different communities in the Midwest were described by parents and teachers as not exhibiting acceptable responsibility for their own learning and not showing respect or ownership for their learning environments. This paper describes a program designed for improving these students' responsibility for…
Descriptors: Classroom Environment, Classroom Techniques, Cooperative Learning, Educational Strategies