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Satellites You Can See for Homework
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Broderick, Stephen – Australian Mathematics Teacher, 2012
Artificial satellites are easily observed most nights when the weather is fine. The website called "Heavens Above" at www.heavens-above.com will help locate these satellites flying over one's location. It also includes how bright they will appear. The direction of travel of each satellite in the night sky also indicates the type of satellite. For…
Descriptors: Homework, Astronomy, Space Exploration, Space Sciences
The Place of Homework in Secondary School Mathematics Programmes.
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Hoffman, Norman – Australian Mathematics Teacher, 1981
Three types of homework are described: consolidation, challenge, and diagnostic. Details on homework for less able students, general guidelines, and replies to arguments against a homework program are included. (MP)
Descriptors: Drills (Practice), Elementary Secondary Education, Homework, Mathematics Curriculum