Creating tasks with a focus on students’ autonomy—by providing choices, for example—helps them see the relevance of homework.

Java programing students have to handle multiple homework assignments to learn the concepts. It can be hard to complete assignments within a strict timeline and keep up with the syllabus. If you’re a ...

In a recent study, the Center for American Progress delved into the quality of American homework assignments and found a lot of them don’t demand much from students besides basic skills. The study ...

This is the third installment in our series about school in a perfect world. Read previous entries on calendars and content. We asked prominent voices in education—from policy makers and teachers to ...

Do American students have too much homework, or too little? We often hear passionate arguments for either side, but I believe that we ought to be asking a different question altogether. What should ...