The author describes five common problems associated with assigned homework, then proposes a reconceptualization of homework which involves students' earning the privilege to do homework at home. Suggestions are made for implementation. (MC)

This article reports on homework practices of 88 teachers of learning-disabled students. While the findings indicated that respondents were using several quality practices, some problems were noted, especially as regards motivational difficulties. Suggestions for confronting these problems and improving homework procedures are presented.…

This introductory article considers the impact of homework requirements on students with learning disabilities in light of increased mainstreaming of these students and rising academic demands. Noted are three recent projects examining the impact of school reform on students with disabilities and their families. (DB)

This article reviews issues relating to using homework with students having learning disabilities and then identifies empirically validated and recommended practices, grouped into four categories: (1) management considerations; (2) assignment considerations; (3) student competencies; and (4) parent involvement. (DB)

Respondents (n=297) to a national survey of school districts concerning homework policies found that 35.2% of school districts surveyed had a policy on homework, with 64.4% of those policies including modifications for students with disabilities. Findings on frequency and amount of homework assigned, as well as home-school communication…

A review of the literature on effects of homework for students with and without disabilities offers a homework process model, and suggests that homework policies and practices for students with learning disabilities should emphasize: simple, short assignments; careful monitoring by and prominent rewards from teachers; and parental involvement to…

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,…

This article reviews the effects of homework on students with disabilities (especially learning disabilities or behavior disorders), the essentials of effective homework programs, and variables affecting home-school partnerships. It highlights three training packages: a cooperative learning teams-based approach for classrooms and two parent…

Analysis of data from 11 interviews with parents of children with disabilities, 3 focus groups, and parent action research logs yielded 5 themes: parents felt ill-prepared to help children with homework; parents wanted more information about teachers' expectations; parents wanted individualized homework assignments; parents valued family…