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

Some bills before California’s Legislature don’t come from passionate policy advocates, or from powerful interest groups. Sometimes, the inspiration comes from a family car ride. While campaigning two ...

When it comes to virtual vitriol, this “lazy” mama’s hit the motherlode. For deeming homework “optional,” green lighting unlimited screen time and encouraging her kids to fight their bullies, mom ...

Chelsea was in 10th grade the first time I told her directly to stop doing her homework and get some sleep. I had been working with her since she was in middle school, treating her anxiety disorder.

Although the homework wars of past years seems to have subsided, the debate continues over whether kids benefit from after-school assignments. Parents are divided on the value of homework. Some ...