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The Battle Over Homework

An Administrator's Guide to Setting Sound and Effective Policies

by Harris M. Cooper ยท 1994

ISBN: 0803961634 9780803961630

Category: Education / Administration / General

Page count: 72

Opinion continues to be divided over the subject of homework, particularly with regard to the amount and type of work set and the benefits of this method of assignment. The result is an inconsistent homework policy. This volume remedies the problem by providing valuable, practical guidelines on homework policy for teachers. The author pays particular attention to the structure of assignments, the role of home and community factors and the value of classroom follow-up.