The Battle Over Homework: Common Ground for Administrators Teachers and Parents

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Featured on the CBS Evening News with Katie Couric. See Will Homework Ban Ease Student Stress? "An excellent resource that provides research-based information as well as practical information. Administrators teachers and parents will find Coopers book to be an indispensable resource." Mary Johnstone Principal Rabbit Creek Elementary Anchorage AK "An easy-to-read comprehensive resource for teachers administrators district staff and parents interested in best schooling practices around homework." Barb Keating Principal FW Howay School British Columbia Canada Does homework work? Homework is the cause of more friction between school and home than any other aspect of education and becomes the prime battlefield when schools families and communities view one another as adversaries. This comprehensive third edition tackles all the tough questions: Whats the right amount of homework? What role should parents play in the homework process? What is the connection between homework and achievement? Harris Cooper provides educators with terms definitions and updated research to hold constructive conversations with students their families and the community. Administrators teachers and parents can collaborate to make sound decisions about homework policies and guidelines as they learn to evaluate: Variations in homework that can influence achievement Appropriate assignments for different grade levels The influence of parents in the homework process Recent research findings best practices and updated policy guidelines This essential reference offers all stakeholders the opportunity to end the battle and turn homework into a cooperative effort to promote student learning.