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The Homework Trap is a concept developed by Dr. Kenneth Goldberg to explain why certain children, regardless of how bright they are, are unable to complete their homework assignments. These children are typically misperceived to have emotional or behavioral problems when, in fact, they have under the radar learning problems which are preventing them from getting their assignments done. These learning problems are not severe enough to require special education, nor are they mild enough to be ignored. Parents and teachers alike think and say to these children you could do so well, if you just tried harder. The Homework Trap offers a new model for thinking about persistent homework problems. It considers homework noncompliance from the childs point of view. Rather than focusing on what the child should do, or assuming that consequences can change behaviors, it looks to see why, in the face of penalties, the child will do anything but get his assignments done. The Homework Trap applies concepts from behavioral, developmental, and organizational psychology to explain, in simple, easy-to-understand terms, why parent-teacher efforts often make matters worse. Then, it provides practical so

Author

Kenneth Goldberg Ph. D.; Ken Goldberg

Publisher

Haddon Heights, NJ: Wyndmoor Press

Published

2012

Language

EN

ISBN

9780615576800

Subjects

Education