K-6 Homework Software Program

Paper Summary:

This paper explains that the trend of implementing technology into the classroom, including homework software programs that can effectively organize and guide students, has opened up many educational doors for students and educators. The author points out that the present homework programs are geared for middle school and beyond. The paper describes that a new homework software program for grades K-6, "Get on Track", which will establish positive study skills in these younger children, is needed. The author relates that, by introducing this technological advancing agent into the classroom, life skills will be brought into children's daily routines, which will envelop their lives in the future. The paper includes a graph and a colored picture.

Table of Contents:
Introduction
Background
Description of Software Program
Argument for Adoption of Software
Conclusion
Action Needed

From the Paper:

"When a parent first logs on Get On Track, a chalkboard listing important announcements and homework assignments will be at first glance. From there, parents can go to the assignment bar and read the details of the work that is involved. Often times, teachers may choose to voice record the assignments as well, seeing as some people grasp things more auditory than visually. After reading these directions, parents can guide their children through an assignment and ultimately, turn in the work digitally to the teacher. Not only is the idea of "my dog ate it" abolished, but the conservation of paper is saved as well."

Sample of Sources Used:

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