Homework is a tradition that has survived waves of enthusiasm and of disenchantment. Brian Burnham’s report “Homework: A decade of research” (set 1988: no. 1) examines the case for homework in light of research and expert testimony published in the late 1980's. The article concludes with recommendations for principals and teachers who want to make the most of homework's potential.
You can read this short, practical article here (PDF file).
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