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Chuansheng’s and Stevenson’s (1989) research paper titled “Homework: A Cross-Cultural Examination” explored the cross-cultural differences in homework among grade-schoolers, especially those in the first and fifth grades. The researchers investigated how cultural differences, beliefs and attitudes among Chinese, Americans and Japanese influenced academic success. The research methods used in the research included reading and math questionnaires, as well as, interviews of parents, teachers, and children. Even when Chinese learners were given extra homework over time, as compared to the ...