Forget the dog. Most of your students are actually doing their homework, the latest, 2008 MetLife Survey of the American Teacher found. And, what's more, they're learning from it too.
   
In 2002, nearly three-quarters of middle and high school students said homework was pretty much a waste of time, describing it as "busywork." This year, that percentage dropped remarkably to 30 percent.

So, what's changed? Do teenagers have a better attitude? (Hm.) Or are you giving more valuable assignments? (Our money is on you, of course.) Another interesting tidbit from the annual survey: Veteran teachers are significantly more likely to think that their take-home tasks are valuable.

Now, a quick at-home quiz for you: What demographic group of students is more likely to think homework is important: White, Black or Hispanic students? If you said Black, give yourself an A.

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