In this final episode in our series on homework, Pam and Kim discuss what types of homework teachers should send out, as well as some important pitfalls to avoid.
Talking Points:
Pen and paper homework
- Games as homework and things to consider
- Computer activities as homework and things to consider
- Communication is critical to honor family time when assigning homework
- Using homework as a teaching tool, not for the sake of work
- Be sure you are sending the right message about mathematics when looking at returned homework.
- How the goal of Real Math helps teachers make decisions about homework