“If we accept mediocrity, then we send the message that mediocrity is acceptable…” I need to reflect on how I support a growth mindset with my students and think about how I can help them build confidence in the ability to improve. Several times, recently, I’ve heard people say, ” ‘Good enough’ rarely is.” If […]
Tag: Book Club
Start the New Year with Book Club !
Friday, January 6th, in B302 (Shannon’s room) Chapters 1-3. Bring one or two questions for discussion to the meeting. These questions will be written on a post-it note at the meeting and sorted into similar question groups. The group will then use these as discussion points. If we run out of time, discussion can continue […]
Grading Smarter Not Harder
Dueck, M. (2014). Grading Smarter Not Harder. ASCD: Alexandria, Virginia. This book is loaded with real life examples and ideas around assessment that stops point-grabbing and encourages learning. This BC author really knows how to explain non-punitive grading practices and ways to quit marking every little thing. This helped me look at formative vs. summative […]