Assigning vs. Redefining Homework
In last week's most-clicked ASCD SmartBrief story, Teacher Magazine interviews ASCD author Cathy Vatterott on developing homework policies that are responsive to students' needs and particular circumstances. For example, when students don't do homework, instead of issuing zeros, Vatterott recommends considering why homework goes undone.
Do students have a quiet place to do homework? Do students have home, work, or extracurricular responsibilities that take up after-school time? Is the homework too difficult to complete without help? Do students need to work on developing their organizational skills? These are just a few scenarios Vatterott suggests considering when setting an equitable homework agenda.
Get to know Cathy Vatterott by previewing sample chapters of her book, previous blog posts, and an issue of ASCD Express on the theme "Rethinking Homework."
