This article has made the rounds around my music friends on Facebook recently. It is a great, short read for both parents and students on how to make better use of practice time. Just some food for thought. :)
10 Easy Ways to Optimize Your Music Practice
Remember: Practice doesn't make perfect, practice makes permanent. Only perfect practice makes perfect. Students should practice at home the way they would be expected to if Mrs. DeMaagd or Mrs. Parker was watching.