The Battle Over Homework by Harris Cooper
An excellent resource that provides research-based information as well as practical information. Administrators, teachers, and parents will find Cooper′s 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: What′s 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 teachers and parents the opportunity to end the battle and turn homework into a cooperative effort to promote student learning."The Battle Over Homework is an excellent resource that provides research-based information as well as practical informationAdministrators, teachers, and parents will find Cooper′s book to be an indispensable resource."
-- Mary Johnstone, Principal"An easy-to-read, comprehensive resource that provides practical information for teachers, administrators, district staff, and parents interested in best schooling practices around homework."
-- Barb Keating, Principal“Answers all the hot questions regarding homework. Thoroughly grounded in research and provides practical tools for creating effective classroom, school, and district homework policies.” -- Ronald L. Russell, Associate Director
Harris Cooper is Hugo L. Blomquist professor for psychology and neuroscience at Duke University. In 2007, he received the Contributions to Research Synthesis Methodology Award from the International Campbell Collaboration. In 2008, he received the Distinguished Lifetime Achievement Award from the Society for Research Synthesis Methodology. He has been the editor of Psychological Bulletin and Archives of Scientific Psychology. From 2009 to 2015, he was the Chief Editorial Advisor to the American Psychological Association’s journal publishing program. His substantive interests include application of social and developmental psychology to education policy.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781412937139 |
| ISBN 10 | 1412937132 |
| Title | The Battle Over Homework |
| Author | Harris Cooper |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | SAGE Publications Inc |
| Year published | 2007-01-09 |
| Number of pages | 136 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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