Ch. 7 SYNTHESIS

Overall, we agreed that grading would be the most difficult and dautng task of our profession because there is no right or wrong way. I feel awkward judging my students, that is how I felt whenever I handed in my work. I knew I would be compared to others and it would be daunting to see grades on the board and always be on the bottom. That would definately lower self-esteem and we're supposed to motivate and encourage students to accomplish the set goals with flying colors. Through Alfie Kohn, we figure out not how, but why we should grade and the importance of the curve, incuding when and how it should be used. Many of us did not understand the curve. It does not allow everyone to get A's or even all passing grades. Sometimes a curve can acually harm a student's growth. I believe schools should eventually do away with this aggravating system. A final place to go for grading techniques and evaluating questions is the center for teachers. Overall,I think this chapter and these resources gave us a better idea on how to grade effectively and for the student.I no longer feel like a judge, but a teacher instead!