Businesses Combine Work and Homework

An August 4th MSNBC article discusses a new trend at some McDonald's restaurants which allows student workers to stay on the clock for an hour before or after their shifts to do homework. Although not yet a widespread practice, it is catching on around the nation. Supporters of the concept say that "paying students for homework offers an obvious benefit to students" and also "could help employers recruit and retain good employees".

Find the entire article on the MSNBC Web site.