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in Middleburg, Florida, Homework is defineAt Doctors Inlet Elementary School d as “assignments that support specific concepts taught during the school day,” said principal Larry Davis.
At elementary level homework focuses
At high school level homework focuses
less on academic content and more on developing basic skills in reading , math and good study habits.
more on academic content.
Assignments with a choicePurpose: To grow self-responsible work habits
Give choice in how much to do.
Assignments with a choicePurpose: To grow self-responsible work habits
Give choice in how much to do.
e.g.
Assignments with a choicePurpose: To grow self-responsible work habits
create their own
E.g.
Design an assignment on this work that would be good for you..
Reasonable and worthwhile homework tasks:
• Have clear academic purpose (not busy work)
• Are customized to promote ownership (personal)
The nature of homework tasks
Give students choice
Allow students to personalize their work Tap emotions or feelings about the subject Relate to real life Have students create products or presentations
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