Your Saturday editorial, “Homework under attack,” misses an important fact: There is consistent evidence showing that homework doesn’t work. Based on his review of the research, author Alfie Kohn ...
LUTZ, Fla. -- Thousands of people rallied behind a no-homework policy after a Texas teacher's letter to parents went viral. The second grade teacher’s letter told parents: “Homework will only consist ...
In response to a recent letter advocating the end of homework: Are the colleges these kids hope to attend going to dispense with homework? I don’t think so. Can you succeed in higher-level jobs ...
Like Popowich, I have learned that much poorly designed homework allows children to practise mistakes, and leads them to hate school. Poorly designed homework should be banned. Many worksheets fit ...
A letter, reportedly written by a local teacher to parents, is sparking a debate on homework. The Star-Telegram reports that Brandy Young sent the letter home with her second grade students on Aug. 16 ...