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

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 ...

Today’s guest post is written by Kris Fox, senior field specialist for the Quaglia Institute for Student Aspirations (QISA). Challenge yourself to rethink the purpose of homework. Although the general ...