Kohn notes that current research shows homework provides no benefits to younger children, may not even help older children, and in contrast to popular belief, does not reinforce what students learn in school. Rarely is the deeper question examined, according to internationally-known educator and researcher Alfie Kohn: Is homework even necessary? The homework debate most often focuses on issues of frequency, amount, and grading. Included: A look at common homework myths. Homework, he says, should be assigned selectively rather than automatically. The ideas that homework reinforces classroom lessons, helps children develop good work habits, and improves student achievement have no basis in fact, according to Alfie Kohn.
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