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If teachers resolved to give only tasks that they themselves had devised—rather than prefabricated worksheets or exercises in textbooks—students would likely end up getting less homework and better homework….If it takes more time and thought to create an assignment, teachers are likely to be more selective about what they make students do.

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Alfie Kohn

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The Homework Myth

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Jeff Johnson

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Jeff Johnson is an early learning trainer, podcaster, and author who founded Explorations Early Learning, Playvolution HQ, and Play Haven.

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