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Download full textSingh, Jane M. – 1970
An experimental study was conducted to determine whether the kind of homework a teacher gave made a difference in academic achievement in elementary school children and whether homework such as collecting, observing, listening, and constructing models improved reading ability. Subjects were nearly 700 students in grades 4 through 6 in two schools…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Elementary School Students, Experimental Programs, Homework
Naylor, Alice P. – 1974
A survey was conducted to provide an analysis of faculty homework expectations on which to base a viable pattern of library service. Students were surveyed in winter quarter 1974 about their life patterns and use of services, with particular attention given to homework assignments and library use. Faculty were given the results of the survey,…
Descriptors: College Faculty, College Students, Homework, Library Services
Peer reviewedSally, Ovaiza – English Language Teaching Journal, 1978
A description of the usefulness of homework assignments in foreign language study is provided, as well as a typical homework assignment, entitled "Shops and Shopping." (HP)
Descriptors: English (Second Language), Homework, Language Instruction, Second Language Learning
Peer reviewedTaylor, John A.; Deever, David L. – American Journal of Physics, 1976
Describes a computer-based homework grading system that accepts a constructed response by the student, multiple attempts, generation of new data for each student, records of performance, and provision of some feedback about answers. (Author/CP)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Educational Media, Higher Education
Ivey, Jennie – Learning, 1988
A former teacher describes how she came to change her "no excuses, no extensions" policy about homework after realizing that not all students come from healthy, nurturing home environments. She solved the problem by setting up an after school study program. (JL)
Descriptors: After School Programs, Homework, Junior High Schools, Personal Narratives
Peer reviewedLarrabee, Marva J. – School Counselor, 1988
Discusses these issues related to counseling homework: student reactions; an affirmation model for negotiating homework; initiating homework for self-monitoring; and developing commitment to homework. Concludes the procedures can be used in guiding counseling sessions in which they emphasize student responsibility for change through homework…
Descriptors: Counseling Techniques, Elementary School Students, Elementary Secondary Education, Homework
Peer reviewedPartin, Ronald L. – Clearing House, 1986
Discusses how to use homework as an effective teaching method and offers creative sample assignments. (SRT)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Classroom Communication, Homework, Learning Activities
Peer reviewedFoyle, Harvey C.; Bailey, Gerald D. – Clearing House, 1986
Argues that the purpose of daily homework is either to prepare the student for the next lesson or to practice concepts and skills learned in the previous lesson. Suggests that teachers' homework policies must reflect one of these purposes. (SRT)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Advance Organizers, Educational Research, Elementary Secondary Education
Peer reviewedWalberg, Herbert J.; And Others – Educational Leadership, 1985
A synthesis of 15 empirical studies shows that homework consistently benefits elementary and secondary students' achievement and attitudes, especially if it is commented upon or graded. (MCG)
Descriptors: Educational Policy, Elementary Secondary Education, Foreign Countries, Homework
Gallup, George H. – Phi Delta Kappan, 1984
Reports results from the 1984 survey, which found Americans respond more favorably to public schools than at any time in the past decade. Survey results show that they also feel education contributes more to national strength than industrial or military power. (MD)
Descriptors: Attitudes, Elementary Secondary Education, Extracurricular Activities, Futures (of Society)
Cooper, Harris M.; Gersten, Russell M. – 2002
This set of overhead projector transparencies is intended to assist parents and teachers in understanding the importance of homework and the role that parental involvement plays in assigning homework. The transparencies respond to the following statements: Homework should only be given to students in grades 4 and above; Assigned homework should…
Descriptors: Homework, Parent Education, Parent Role, Parent Student Relationship
Wilgus, Brandi Colleen Percifield – 2002
The purpose of this study was to provide statistical evidence to demonstrate that peer collaboration on math homework increases academic performance in math. This study examined the benefits of peer collaboration on two unit tests on multiplication. It compared the results of students who worked collaboratively on homework and those who did not.…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Cooperation, Homework, Instructional Design
ERIC Clearinghouse on Reading, English, and Communication, Bloomington, IN. – 2001
This book, one of a series, focuses on help with homework. The message of the series urges parents and children to spend time together, talk about stories, and learn together. The first part of each book presents stories appropriate for varying grade levels, both younger children and those in grades three and four, and each book presents stories…
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Homework, Parent Student Relationship, Reading Aloud to Others
1997
This booklet presents parents with 10 "easy and fun" tips for making homework as beneficial as possible for their children and to develop in their children a good attitude about homework. The 10 tips are: make your expectations clear; find the right spot; make time; monitor your child's progress; encourage good habits; support and be available;…
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Homework, Parent Student Relationship, Parent Teacher Cooperation
Direct linkWalker, Joan M. T.; Hoover-Dempsey, Kathleen V.; Whetsel, Darlene R.; Green, Christa L. – Harvard Family Research Project, 2004
Parents often become involved in their children's education through homework. Whether children do homework at home, complete it in after school programs or work on it during the school day, homework can be a powerful tool for (a) letting parents and other adults know what the child is learning, (b) giving children and parents a reason to talk…
Descriptors: Parent Child Relationship, Learning Strategies, Homework, Parent Participation
