Homework, despite being touted as a tool to develop character, has been demonstrated to be detrimental — at least in elementary school. Research has shown that homework actually widens the achievement gap between elementary students, with many of those falling behind being disadvantaged students. These students are often from lower-income families, with their guardians being too busy with work to help their children with homework.
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The First Solar-Powered Car Comes at a Hot Price
The Lightyear O is a revolutionary electric car powered by the sun. Developed by a Dutch startup, the four-door sedan has over 50 square feet of solar panels on its roof and hood, generating up to 43 miles of energy a day. With production now underway in Finland, the car does come with a hefty price tag at $262,000, but the company hopes to introduce a more affordable version, the Lightyear 2, by 2025. Read full article here