Will using interaction in small groups about homework assignments increase students’ completion of homework assignments?

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• Completion of homework
  • Introduction
  • Research Question
  • Problem Relevance
  • Definitions
  • Review of Literature
  • Hypotheses
  • Outcome Measures
  • Methods Design
  • Data Collection
  • Schedule
  • Data Analysis
    • Baseline Data
    • Post-intervention Data
  • Report of Findings
  • Interpretation
  • Practice Decisions
  • Bibliography
    • Internet sources

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This action research project aims to investigate the potential impact of small group interaction on homework completion rates in a 10th-grade history class. The goal is to determine whether this strategy can effectively increase student engagement and improve homework completion rates.

• The importance of homework in promoting learning and academic achievement.
• The role of intrinsic motivation in student engagement and homework completion.
• The potential of small group interaction as a strategy for improving homework completion rates.
• The challenges and strategies for addressing homework completion issues in a high school setting.
• The significance of student feedback in shaping teaching practices and improving learning outcomes.

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

The introduction provides context for the action research project, outlining the setting and participants. Chapter 1 delves into the research question, discussing the motivation behind the study and the importance of addressing homework completion concerns. Chapter 2 explores the relevance of homework, examining its benefits and the factors that contribute to students' reluctance to complete assignments. Chapter 3 defines the key terms used in the study, including homework and its different types.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

The key terms and concepts explored in this action research project include: homework, intrinsic motivation, small group interaction, student engagement, homework completion rates, action research, and high school education.