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In chapter 5 Willingham discusses the need for practice in order to reach mastery. According to David Sousa, “practice practice makes permanent, not perfect.” In his work on brain research as it relates to teaching and learning, Sousa emphasizes the importance of correct practice. He strongly suggests that teachers should not allow students to practice skills independently at their desks or for homework until they have an accurate understanding of the skill. He states that it is necessary to have students engage in guided practice to ensure their practice is accurate. How is it possible to ensure each student is practicing the skills correctly? What are the implications of this research for homework assignments?
 * Week 6**
 * Read Chapter 5-Post a comment on your own blog and respond to 2 posts of another person's blog on any chapter read thus far. []
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