Rethinking Homework
Is homework an important learning tool or just frustrating busywork? This hotly debated topic has educators, parents, researchers, advocates, and students sounding off. Despite differing opinions, what remains clear is that the time has come to rethink the purpose and objective of homework.
In this issue of ASCD Express, educators, experts, and students propose new strategies for changing the way teachers use homework to improve student outcomes.
Rethinking Homework: Best Practices That Support Diverse Needs
In this ASCD Talks with An Author interview, Cathy Vatterott discusses her recent ASCD book Rethinking Homework: Best Practices That Support Diverse Needs. Vatterott offers strategies for making homework less daunting for students and explains how to increase communication between parents and teachers.
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 Designing Effective Homework
What is the purpose of homework? Nancy S. Self offers strategies for creating meaningful and engaging homework assignments that reinforce skills and lessons learned in the classroom. more
Blurring the Line Between Classwork and Homework
When these 6th grade language arts classes embarked on an action research project that allowed for differentiated instruction, the distinction between classwork and homework became less pronounced as students collaborated on projects inside and outside of the classroom. more
 Do Kids Really Need Homework?
In this interview, 5th grader Ben Berrafato makes his case for abolishing homework.
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A High School Student's Perspective on Homework
 High school sophomore Amedee Martella offers her take on homework. more
End Homework Now
In this Educational Leadership article, Etta Kralovec and John Buell say homework takes an unnecessary toll on family life.
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