Research has shown a positive correlation between time spent on homework and learning. However, students often engage in off-task behaviors to escape the demands of homework. Youth with emotional or behavioral disorders (EBD) are especially likely to engage in off-task behaviors. Effective interventions to increase on-task behavior during homework…

Mathematics is often thought of as a purely intellectual and unemotional activity. Recently, researchers have begun to question the validity of this approach, arguing that emotions and cognition are intertwined. The emotions expressed during mathematics work may be linked to mathematics achievement. We used behavioral measures to identify the…

This study investigated learning activities and associated quality of experience of students with different levels of perceived academic self-efficacy. Two groups were formed out of 130 Italian adolescents (age 15-19), one with high and one with low academic self-efficacy beliefs (31 and 32 participants, respectively). Students provided valuation…

In this questions and answer interview with Rachel Dickinson, author of "Great Pioneer Projects You Can Build Yourself", the writer discusses her interest in the American pioneer movement, her research, and her goals in introducing readers to the day-to-day life of an American pioneer. Dickinson's book offers a hands-on look at what life…

Calibrated Peer Review™ (CPR), a web-based instructional tool developed as part of the National Science Foundation reform initiatives in undergraduate science education, allows instructors to incorporate multiple writing assignments in large courses without overwhelming the instructor. This study reports successful implementation of CPR in a…

Despite the importance placed on completion of extra-session homework in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), a review of the available literature suggests there is much about the nature of homework compliance that remains to be empirically evaluated. This is especially true among youth receiving CBT. The present study begins to address how best to…

These proceedings contain the papers of the 14th International Conference on Cognition and Exploratory Learning in the Digital Age (CELDA 2017), 18-20 October 2017, which has been organized by the International Association for Development of the Information Society (IADIS) and endorsed by the Japanese Society for Information and Systems in…

Introduces Programmed Distance Writing (PDW), a technique that can strengthen traditional talk therapy. PDW is a way of intervening with individuals, couples, and families by assigning structured, self-administered written lessons as regular homework. PDW lessons can be used as a complement to the counselor's role by stimulating clients to…

Presents reasons and recommendations for assigning modest amounts of homework in science for middle school students. Acknowledges that research findings on the issue are mixed but suggests that teachers can help students profit from homework through interaction with parents and appropriate use of in-class study sessions. (DLH)

Discusses how, with students spending less time studying, colleges are looking for ways to make it important again. (EV)

Places homework in framework of emerging interest in development of effective home-school partnerships. Reviews homework literature, paying attention to parent-, teacher-, and child-mediated programs. Describes several homework programs that have received empirical support. Explores role of school psychologists in supporting and coordinating…

Presents tips from teachers on how to encourage students to do their homework in a thorough and timely manner. Tips include: pizza lunches for students who turn in all their homework; extra time outside for students who complete their homework and maintain appropriate behavior; and an accountability checklist that students must sign regarding…

What part does homework have in teaching mathematics? During my PGCE school experience, I felt that I was somewhat neglecting homework in comparison to work covered in class. This manifested itself through a lack of time given to explaining and giving feedback on homework and the setting of tasks that were a continuation or 'finishing off' of work…

Through the author's home science program, MOS, the author aims to widen the walls of the school lab. MOS stands for "My Own Science." It is work that students choose and carry out on their own about once a week throughout the year. They are also responsible for keeping track of the time spent working on the activities using log sheets. With a…

Homework has become a cornerstone of many educational reforms. A research on homework focuses on the benefits and negative effects of homework on struggling learners and their families.