Does Homework Improve Academic Achievement? | Duke Today
Sep 23, 2006 · Editor's Note: Harris Cooper is professor of psychology and neuroscience at Duke, where he also directs the university's Program in Education, and is author of "The Battle over Homework: Common Ground for Administrators, Teachers, and Parents" (Corwin Press)
How the Trauma and Struggles of World War I Helped Shape the …
Nov 8, 2018 · Duke Today is produced jointly by University Communications and Marketing and the Office of Communication Services (OCS). Articles are produced by staff and faculty across the university and health system to comprise a one-stop-shop for news from around Duke.
Q&A: What is Privilege? - Duke Today
Feb 20, 2024 · In some way, according to Leigh-Anne Royster, assistant vice president for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Duke Office for Institutional Equity, all people have certain privileges across parts of identity, including race, gender, ability, religion, sexual orientation and socioeconomic status. “Each of us has these confluences of identities that interacts with systems of advantage and ...
[Updated] Memorial Service for Fredric Jameson to Be Held Friday
Sep 23, 2024 · His 1971 book, "Marxism and Form," helped revitalize Marxist study in literary theory, and his emphasis on the connection between the historical and political encouraged a turn toward political concerns in literary criticism. Literary scholars from around the world posted tributes Sunday following news of his death. Many of Jameson’s Duke colleagues and former students paid homage to his ...
Duke Lacrosse Incident
On April 11, 2007, North Carolina Attorney General Roy Cooper stepped before a crowded press conference and spoke the words that ended one of the most publicized legal stories in recent American history.
Duke Welcomes the Newest Admitted Members of the Class of 2028
Mar 28, 2024 · Duke University has offered admission to 1,984 students for the Class of 2028. Those accepted through Duke’s Regular Decision process were notified starting at 7 p.m. Thursday.
Duke Study: Homework Helps Students Succeed in School, As …
Mar 7, 2006 · It turns out that parents are right to nag: To succeed in school, kids should do their homework. Duke University researchers have reviewed more than 60 research studies on homework between 1987 and 2003 and concluded that homework does have a positive effect on student achievement.
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Duke Today is produced jointly by University Communications and Marketing and the Office of Communication Services (OCS). Articles are produced by staff and faculty across the university and health system to comprise a one-stop-shop for news from around Duke.
Find Your Community Service Opportunity | Duke Today
Sep 11, 2024 · Volunteering together can enhance a positive workplace culture. According to a study commissioned by Ares Management Corporation, 79% of employees who participate in workplace volunteer programs report higher job satisfaction, and 75% express satisfaction with their employer’s organizational culture.