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Hello, I am doing a research study on homework and practice. With the ever changing world of technology, how do you think homework will change? I teach 4th grade. I am also wondering what others thi…

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I just came across your post today and am not sure if you remain interested in this topic. If you are, here are some resources: Alfie Kohn, Abusing Research The detailed summary of that literature that he provides, as we’ve already seen, includes t…
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Yes, I believe that in the next five years, home work will be done electronically. I have a Naster's degree in educational technology and from my studies, homework will probably shift to such devices as the iPhone and iPod. I currently develop PodCa…
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Hello, I am doing a research study on homework and practice. With the ever changing world of technology, how do you think homework will change? I teach 4th grade. I am also wondering what others think about assigning homework? Some do not agree wit…
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Gothenburg, NE
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Lexington, NE
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I have been teaching in Lexington, NE for 6 years. I teach 4th grade. I have been married for 2 years to my wonderful husband, Ricci. Our family consists of two dogs: a Pomeranian named Foxy and a Doberman named Jaida.

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At 5:12pm on October 13, 2009, Ross Abels said…
I just came across your post today and am not sure if you remain interested in this topic. If you are, here are some resources:

Alfie Kohn, Abusing Research
The detailed summary of that literature that he provides, as we’ve already seen, includes the crucial acknowledgment that “there is no evidence that any amount of homework improves the academic performance of elementary students.”
Alfie Kohn, The Truth About Homework — with citations
Homework continues to be assigned – in ever greater quantities – despite the absence of evidence that it’s necessary or even helpful in most cases.
Alfie Kohn, Rethinking Homework
After spending most of the day in school, children are typically given additional assignments to be completed at home. This is a rather curious fact when you stop to think about it, but not as curious as the fact that few people ever stop to think about it.
National Center for Education Statistic search results for "homework"
 
 

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