10 Ways to Go Gradeless: Unleashing the Transformative Power of Learning

Hacking Assessment: 10 Ways to Go Gradeless in a Traditional Grades School (Hack Learning Series)

by Starr Sackstein

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In the ever-evolving landscape of education, there is a growing movement towards abolishing traditional grading practices. The reasons for this shift are compelling: grades have been shown to stifle motivation, foster competition instead of collaboration, and fail to accurately measure student learning.

In response to these concerns, educators are exploring alternative assessment strategies that empower students, promote collaboration, and cultivate a growth mindset. These strategies are collectively known as "gradeless" learning, and they offer a wealth of benefits over traditional grading.

10 Ways to Go Gradeless

1. Eliminate letter grades

   The first and most fundamental step towards going gradeless is to eliminate letter grades. This means removing them from all assignments, assessments, and report cards.

   

2. Focus on feedback

   Instead of assigning grades, provide students with detailed, specific feedback on their work. This feedback should be timely, actionable, and focused on helping students improve their learning.

   

3. Use rubrics

   Rubrics are a great way to provide students with clear expectations for their work. They can also be used to assess student learning in a fair and consistent manner.

   

4. Implement student self-assessment

   Empower students to take ownership of their learning by having them self-assess their work. This can help them develop metacognitive skills and learn to identify areas where they need to improve.

   

5. Utilize peer assessment

   Peer assessment is a great way for students to learn from each other and develop critical thinking skills. It can also help to create a more collaborative and supportive learning environment.

   

6. Create portfolios

   Portfolios are a collection of student work that showcases their learning over time. They can be used to assess student progress and identify areas where they need to improve.

   

7. Use exit tickets

   Exit tickets are a quick and easy way to assess student understanding at the end of a lesson. They can be used to identify students who need additional support and to adjust instruction accordingly.

   

8. Conduct student-led conferences

   Student-led conferences give students an opportunity to share their work with their parents and teachers. This can help students to develop their communication and presentation skills and to reflect

Hacking Assessment: 10 Ways to Go Gradeless in a Traditional Grades School (Hack Learning Series)

by Starr Sackstein

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	8017 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	154 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

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