A Texas teacher and mom will not assign homework to her students to give the more quality time at home with their families. "I want to give them time to be a kid. Family time is what they need.” ...

Especially given the more abstract nature of these subjects, their concepts may be better delved upon in person instead of alone at home, leaving students scratching their heads when there’s no help.

What education authorities can do is temper or rationalize the assignment of homework, perhaps declaring “homework-free” days to give students more time for other activities.

After the evaluation, Dean Holmes told Professor Fass to alter his approach to student grading by eliminating any further quizzes and relying solely on homework assignments….