Not exact matches
Dr. Pope's org Challenge Success notes,» [S] everal studies have
shown that when students have some choice over
assignments, such
as which topics to write about or which problems to do, they are more likely to be engaged in the work and complete it... If
homework is going to be assigned, it should be developmentally appropriate, meaningful, and engaging for the students.»
I often give them
homework assignments so that when it is time for their first introduction (date) they are
showing up
as their best authentic selves.
According to Kohn, teachers should only assign
homework when they can justify that the
assignments are «beneficial» (2006a, p. 166)-- ideally involving students in activities appropriate for the home, such
as performing an experiment in the kitchen, cooking, doing crossword puzzles with the family, watching good TV
shows, or reading.
Research
shows that men may be more likely to succeed in therapy when assigned realistic and achievable tasks, such
as homework assignments and specific behavioral goals.