Conclusion for “Elements of Grading”

1. Conclusion for “Elements of Grading” Wednesday, October 17, 2012 Principals’ Meeting Jasper County School District Dr. Vashti K. Washington, Superintendent Dr. Arthur L. Holmes, Facilitator

2. A Quick Review • Chapter 1 – Grading Is Feedback • Chapter 2 – The Grading Debate • Chapter 3 – How To Improve Accuracy in Grading • Chapter 4 – How To Improve Fairness in Grading

3. A Quick Review Continues….. • Chapter 5 – How to Improve Specificity in Grading • Chapter 6 – How to Improve Timeliness in Grading • Chapter 7 – Time-Saving Strategies for Busy Teachers • Chapter 8 – Leading Change for Effective Grading Practices

4. Group 1 When beginning a discussion of grading policy, why is it best to begin with an explicit vision? Activity: Create a poster that delivers this message to parents.

5. Group 2 What are the differences between an explicit and an implicit evaluation system for teachers and administrators? How do these differences make the case for systemic alignment of change initiatives? Activity: Create a graph showing the difference between “explicit” and “implicit” evaluation.

6. Group 3 What issues do special education students present with regard to the four criteria for effective grades—accuracy, fairness, specificity, and timeliness? Activity: List some issues under each criteria.

7. Something to Think About Questions and Concerns