When homework is treated as just an add-on that has no vital connection with the classroom curriculum, it's no wonder that students often fail to give it much effort. The authors of this article propose that homework assignments should give students opportunities to create authentic products that can be used in meaningful ways in the classroom. For example, students might keep a written record of their families' Internet use, and the class as a whole can combine the data into an informative chart that provides a basis for class discussion of the influence of media. Assignments like this one extend the in-school curriculum and help students practice inquiry skills. The results can enrich in-school learning for all students.

Homework Done Right

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Janet Alleman

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A Caveat: Curriculum Integration Isn't Always a Good Idea

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Homework Done Right

A Caveat: Curriculum Integration Isn't Always a Good Idea

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