against the Soviet Union. There was a nationwide movement to improve education and student performance. Homework became a tool to cultivate a pupil's achievement (Roget's 2004). In 1960 opponents of homework emerged and condemned homework, saying it was deterring the psychological development of students (Cooper, 2001). Since the 1960's the importance and effects of homework have been under scrutiny. Many school boards and parents became confused about the role of reading and its implication on it. Many districts began researching assignments as an effective method for improving student achievement.
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