Thomas gusky: on your mark
Study 1
Reliability of grading of English high school work
1912
Study 2
Same study
Teachers trained inTraits of Writing
Results the same
2011
*Mostly what we do was done to us.
In survey on bad experiences with grading, it came down to fairness
Best experience: Expectations for learning were clear
Guiding Questions
!. Why do we use report cards?
2. Why should we
3. Elements to consider
Parents think that report cards are for them.
Reliability of grading of English high school work
1912
Study 2
Same study
Teachers trained inTraits of Writing
Results the same
2011
*Mostly what we do was done to us.
In survey on bad experiences with grading, it came down to fairness
Best experience: Expectations for learning were clear
Guiding Questions
!. Why do we use report cards?
2. Why should we
3. Elements to consider
Parents think that report cards are for them.
Teachers disagree on the purpose and the elements to consider
Elements of a grading system Gradebook, Report Card, Permanent Record, Transcript Things we know Grading is not essential for teaching and learning Checking is essential. Regular and effective feedback. Letter Grades labels attached to categories of performance Percentage Grades Depends on the standard and the assessment |
We need to grade using rubrics
Three Types of grading criteria
product ; purpose ;progress
1. Begin with success: it shapes the rest of the year
2. Focus on developing talent
3. Make learning personal
Three Types of grading criteria
product ; purpose ;progress
1. Begin with success: it shapes the rest of the year
2. Focus on developing talent
3. Make learning personal