The document discusses recommendations for homework based on research. It suggests that the amount of homework should increase with grade level, from 30-40 minutes for elementary school to 120 minutes for high school. Parental involvement in homework should be minimal as research shows it can have negative effects. If homework is assigned, teachers should identify whether the purpose is practice, preparation, or elaboration, and provide feedback, which is most effective for learning.

1. HOMEWORK AND PRACTICE Classroom Instruction That Works

2. HOMEWORK

3. SUMMARY OF RESEARCH The amount of homework assigned should increase as students get older. Parental involvement should be kept to a minimum. The purpose of homework should be identified and articulated. If homework is assigned, there should be feedback.

4. HOW MUCH HOMEWORK IS THE RIGHT AMOUNT OF HOMEWORK? No Clear Answer Elementary School 30 - 40 minutes Middle School 50 - 60 minutes High School 120 minutes

5. PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT Minimal Facilitate the completion of homework Research has shown some negative effects when parents help students

6. THE PURPOSE OF HOMEWORK SHOULD BE IDENTIFIED AND ARTICULATED. Practice vs Preparation or Elaboration

7. IF HOMEWORK IS ASSIGNED, PROVIDE FEEDBACK The reality is that we cannot high-quality feedback on all homework. Use of Homework Percentile Gain Not graded or commented on 11 Graded only 28 Homework with teacher’s comments as feedback 30

8. RECOMMENDATIONS ON HOMEWORK Communicate a Homework policy Clearly articulate the purpose and outcome Vary approaches to feedback

9. SAMPLE HOMEWORK POLICY FOR PARENTS AND STUDENTS Set up a place for your child to do homework Establish a consistent schedule for completing homework. Encourage, motivate, and prompt your child but do not sit and do the homework with them. If your child is completing a project, ask them what knowledge are they applying to the project.

10. PRACTICE

11. RESEARCH ON PRACTICE Mastering a skill requires a fair amount of focused practice. While practicing, students should adapt and shape what they have learned .

12. PRACTICING SKILLS Chart accuracy and speed Design assignments that focus on specific elements of a complex skill or process. Plan time for students increase their understanding of skills or processes