Using a Homework Audit to Evaluate the Quality of Your Assignments (Edutopia, April 2025)

Data from the Challenge Success—Stanford Survey consistently shows that homework ranks among the top stressors for middle and high school students. Many report feeling overwhelmed by assignments they perceive as busywork, which can contribute to lack of sleep, stress, and disengagement. These findings highlight the need to rethink not just how much homework we assign but also its purpose.