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Hacking Homework: 10 Strategies That Inspire Learning Outside the Classroom (Hack Learning Series)
by: Starr Sackstein (Author), Connie Hamilton (Author)
Publication Date: 2016-10-26
Language: English
Print Length: 186 pages
ISBN-10: 0986104973
ISBN-13: 9780986104978
Book Description
What happens when students actually choose to learn outside the classroom?They become independent, lifelong learners, who never need to be told: “do your work.” It’s easy when you say Goodbye to traditional homeworkThe research is done, the results are in, the debate is over. Kids hate homework, most parents hate homework, and many teachers only assign homework because administrators say it’s school policy. Now, traditional homework is being hacked. Learning outside the classroom is being reimagined, and student engagement is better than ever.A new vision of out-of-school learningWorld-renowned author/educator Starr Sackstein has changed how teachers around the world look at traditional grades. Now she’s teaming with veteran educator, curriculum director, and national presenter Connie Hamilton to bring you 10 powerful strategies for teachers and parents that promise to inspire independent learning at home, without punishments or low grades.In Hacking Homework, Sackstein and Hamilton show you how to: Work around the policies and Break Up With Daily HomeworkTeach Organization and Responsibility in Class so it translates to homeRamp up accountability and time management skillsEstablish positive relationships to motivate learningCustomize Assignments to Meet Student NeedsBe flexible with timelinesEncourage Students to Play, so they’ll want to workSupport innovation and creativity and improve classroom managementSpark Curiosity Before the LessonMake connections that generate interest in learning outside the classroomUse the Digital Playground and harness social media for learningAmplify Student Voice and Incorporate choice in how kids learn at homeTeam Up With Families and model instructional strategies for parentsDisplay Growth and empower students to track their improvement and display their progressExpert educators love Hacking Homework”Starr Sackstein and Connie Hamilton have assembled a book full of great answers to the question, ‘How can we make homework engaging and meaningful?'” -Doug Fisher & Nancy Frey, authors/presenters”I hope this book finds its way into the professional library of every classroom teacher and that it is also read carefully by administrators, policymakers and parents.” -Ken O’Connor, author/presenterAre you ready to say Goodbye to traditional homework?Start Hacking Homework today.
Editorial Reviews
What happens when students actually choose to learn outside the classroom?They become independent, lifelong learners, who never need to be told: “do your work.” It’s easy when you say Goodbye to traditional homeworkThe research is done, the results are in, the debate is over. Kids hate homework, most parents hate homework, and many teachers only assign homework because administrators say it’s school policy. Now, traditional homework is being hacked. Learning outside the classroom is being reimagined, and student engagement is better than ever.A new vision of out-of-school learningWorld-renowned author/educator Starr Sackstein has changed how teachers around the world look at traditional grades. Now she’s teaming with veteran educator, curriculum director, and national presenter Connie Hamilton to bring you 10 powerful strategies for teachers and parents that promise to inspire independent learning at home, without punishments or low grades.In Hacking Homework, Sackstein and Hamilton show you how to: Work around the policies and Break Up With Daily HomeworkTeach Organization and Responsibility in Class so it translates to homeRamp up accountability and time management skillsEstablish positive relationships to motivate learningCustomize Assignments to Meet Student NeedsBe flexible with timelinesEncourage Students to Play, so they’ll want to workSupport innovation and creativity and improve classroom managementSpark Curiosity Before the LessonMake connections that generate interest in learning outside the classroomUse the Digital Playground and harness social media for learningAmplify Student Voice and Incorporate choice in how kids learn at homeTeam Up With Families and model instructional strategies for parentsDisplay Growth and empower students to track their improvement and display their progressExpert educators love Hacking Homework”Starr Sackstein and Connie Hamilton have assembled a book full of great answers to the question, ‘How can we make homework engaging and meaningful?'” -Doug Fisher & Nancy Frey, authors/presenters”I hope this book finds its way into the professional library of every classroom teacher and that it is also read carefully by administrators, policymakers and parents.” -Ken O’Connor, author/presenterAre you ready to say Goodbye to traditional homework?Start Hacking Homework today.
