Ep 03: Are your Grading Practices Equitable?
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In this episode of Modern Math Teacher, we dive deep into the world of grading practices and challenge ourselves to answer the question: Are our grading practices truly equitable? We're going to get real as we reflect on our current grading systems, and begin to explore some of the transformative ideas from Joe Feldman's book "Grading for Equity." Plus we'll chat about some practical strategies to create a more fair and student-centered grading approach, including updates to my own grading practices. Get ready to shake up your grading practices and empower your students like never before!
Topics Discussed:
- Reflecting on current grading practices and identifying areas for improvement
- The difference between grading and assessing
- Incorporating alternative forms of assessment to capture diverse student skills
- Providing meaningful feedback that supports student learning
- Exploring some of the key principles from Joe Feldman's book "Grading for Equity"
Resources Mentioned:
- Book: "Grading for Equity" by Joe Feldman
-5 Secrets to Mastering Mastery Based Learning in Your Math Class
So, are you ready to shake up your grading practices and create a more equitable classroom?
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Kristen Moore, classroom teacher and instructional coach at Moore Than Just X, empowers modern secondary math teachers to transform the student experience with the strategies and the confidence to implement project-based learning, mastery-based assessment, and student engagement strategies in their classrooms.
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