Research
Problematic because we are trying to study the effect of something that happens out of our sight and out of our control.
What is Homework Research? (p. 57)
"Homework worked well for me as a student, so it works for well for my students as well" is an example of teacher ...... .
What is "bias"?
The maximum amount of nightly homework should not exceed 10 minutes per grade level per night, all subjects combined.
What is the "10-minute rule"?
This element in homework research reflects the deficit model--that when children don't learn, the problem lies with them, not the quality of teaching.
What is student behavior? (p. 58)
Leaning is NOT a Jeopardy game! You should not think that providing more ........ will lead to learning.
What is "time"? (p. 67)
Overreliance on Cooper's work and inattention o individual differences
What are homework research limitations? (p. 63)
This type of research typically compares the groups of students who received homework to groups of students who did not receive homework.
What is experimental or quasi-experimental? (p. 59)
"I think my explanation did not click--let's go over it again" shows the teachers homework ....... .
What is "attitude"? (p.74)
Teachers are increasingly moving to this type of assessment, as teacher-made and standardized tests have their own disadvantages.
What is "performance-based" assessment? (p. 67)
Up to a point, homework appears positive, but past that optimum amount, achievement either remains flat or declines.
What is a "curvilinear relationship"? (p. 62)
New learning must be scaffolded onto existing frameworks, as children differ in ........ .
What is "readiness"? (p. 80)
Learners' preferred way of learning maybe auditory, visual, tactile, or kinesthetic, etc.
What is "style"? (p. 81)
1. Self-reporting
2. Cumulative time spent per week
3. Small sample sizes
4. Intact groups
5. Homework assignment vs. Homework completion
6. Lack of control groups
What are "flaws in homework research"?
"Homework worked well for me as a student, so it works for well for my students as well" is an example of teacher ...... .
What is "bias"? (p. 68)
Students may lack ........ such as orienting, planning, executing, monitoring, evaluating, and correcting.
What is "metacognitive" skills? (p. 83)