The Homework Conundrum

How to Stop the Dog From Eating Homework

Jovita M. Castelino

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Routledge
29 November 2024

Organisation & management of education; Primary & middle schools; Secondary schools; Teacher training

Series: The Teacher CPD Academy

Homework has a key role to play in strengthening memory, building attainment and helping students to develop transferable, life-long study skills. If done right, regular, good-quality homework has the potential to bridge achievement gaps and help all students become successful, confident learners.

Rooted in robust cognitive science principles, this book provides a clear guide for how a successful homework culture can be built in a school and within the classroom. With a focus on making homework an integral part of teaching and learning, it includes practical strategies on how to get students, staff and parents to value the homework that is set, ensuring it is built into sustainable practice, so all parties can reap its many benefits. Chapters cover:

Cognitive science principles and homework The features of effective homework Parental role and involvement Supporting all students Rewards and sanctions Motivation and attainment

Part of The InnerDrive Teacher CPD Academy series that offers a deep dive into the key areas that matter to teachers; this book is essential reading for all teachers and leaders wanting to ensure that homework is well designed, evidence-informed, implemented consistently and valued by all members of the school community.

By: Jovita M. Castelino
Imprint: Routledge
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 210mm, Width: 148mm,
ISBN: 9781032563329
ISBN 10: 103256332X
Series: The Teacher CPD Academy
Pages: 180
Publication Date: 29 November 2024
Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Primary , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

1. Why talk about homework? 2. How do we learn? 3. Making homework effective 4. Motivating students through homework 5. The role of the home in successful homework 6. Supporting students with homework 7. Rewards and sanctions 8. Building a homework culture 9. Examples 10. Frequently Asked Questions

Jovita M. Castelino is the curriculum leader for science at Trinity Academy Cathedral, Wakefield. She is an experienced teacher with a special interest in applying cognitive science principles to teaching to maximise student learning.