The Whys of Grade Inflation
Speaker:
Mr. William Pinkston
Subject:
Teaching Methods
Description:
It is a fact that grades are going up while standardized test scores are going down. Why? In order to understand and be able to address the phenomenon in your own classes you need to look at its historical basis and what is offered as the current justifications for giving "good grades." This workshop will address these and several other aspects of grade inflation.
Level:
Middle School, High School, Administrators
Equipment:
Overhead Projector