References and links
References
Bastiani, J, White, S (Ed) (2003) Materials for Schools: Involving parents, raising achievement DfES, September 2004
Hallam, S (2004) Homework: the Evidence London: IoE Publications
Sharp, C, Keys, W and Benefield, P (2001) Homework: a review of recent research Slough: NFER, September 2004.
Quality in Education (2001) The Homework File Glasgow: University of Strathclyde.
To order a copy contact QiE (0141 950 3690) or order at QiE publications
Links
National Qualifications Online: the NQ e-library
Contains homework packs for some NQ subjects (hint: type 'homework' into the keyword search).
Teachernet
A DfES website that offers suggestions on many aspects of school life.
TeacherNet: Homework and TeacherNet: Homework matters
The sections on good practice in homework and working with parents on homework matters are worth looking at.
Parentzone
A wide range of information for parents and carers about education in Scotland.
BBC Bitesize Revision Guide
Provides support with school and homework, for children aged between 7 and 16.
Channel 4 Homework High
Offers help with all homework subjects with a team of experienced teachers ready to help solve homework problems.
Grid Club
This website contains over 500 games and activities for 7-11 year-olds closely linked to the curriculum.
PDF file: Learning Styles Masterclass Notes (507 KB)
Masterclass notes on Multiple Intelligences and their application in the classroom.
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