In the past decade, an unprecedented trend toward accountability has emerged in American public education. With the advent of computerized grading, stakeholders often have instant access to student grades. Consequently, teacher grading practices are under intense scrutiny. Since 2004, Truth in Grading has been helping schools avoid problems and potentially serious consequences that can result from flawed or careless assessment practices. A practical guide, Truth in Grading assists educators in developing and improving learning assessment practices. As our state moves forward with the implementation of rigorous, standards-based curriculum, it is critical that a discussion of the purpose and process of grading and assessment take place. Truth in Grading provided the catalyst for our conversation in Paulding County.
Trudy Sowar, Superintendent, Paulding County School District, Georgia
Truth in Grading is a great professional tool for any staff ready to examine the teaching profession's dark little secrets with regard to ineffective or inaccurate grading practices. It masterfully examines this issue from both teacher and administrator points-of-view. Common problems with current practice are clearly outlined, and the foundation for teachers and administrators to create their own applicable solutions are provided.
Susan M. White, Principal, Cedar Hill Elementary, Gwinnett County, Georgia
With competition for slots in American universities increasing, the examination of how to evaluate student effort and work should be thoughtfully reconsidered by every teacher. As a veteran teacher, I found that Truth in Grading presented excellent questions and ideas to be pondered. Since educators are about teaching, learning, and what is best for students, this topic deserves a more careful examination. For those who want to ensure fair and accurate evaluations for every student, Truth in Grading is a must read!
Michael Cheatham, Middle School Teacher
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will open your eyes
This really made me open my eyes to how/why I grade. I have been teaching for 18 years and and never really thought about some of the things that were brought up in this book. I am also a Computer Resource Person for our high school and the book made me think about some thing from the technical side as well. A must read for the tech support people as well as if doing any kind of staff development on grading.
[Monday, May 12, 2008]
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dagnabbit...what a fantabulous book
Well neighbor,
I read this book and have a new view on life as a teacher. Can't believe I'm saying this but I'm now going to move to another country and teach pygmys how to spell the word pygmy (assuming I know how to spell it). Spell check anyone? The U.S.A. is no place for a teacher anymore. How dare they expect us to be accountable for our actions! We are teachers. We should be able to coast through life without any responsibility. I can't believe I have to work now. Off to the Congo.
Yours truly,
Ned Flanders
[Thursday, July 06, 2006]
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More questions than answers
I enjoy reading topics about education during the summer months, and this book had some really good questions. However, I felt like I walked away with more questions than answers. I would like to see a book with more ideas about the solutions rather than the problem. It would have been o.k. to check out from the library, but buying it wasn't worth it.
[Saturday, June 10, 2006]
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