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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Perspective from a student:

1.  I don't like that every class has a different grading policy.

2.  Some teachers really stress that certain assignments are mandatory (even though they aren't graded).  They really try to get us to do the assignments.  Other teachers do not push the idea of "mandatory" assignments.

3.  (Me:  how has your in-class experience changed from prior years when there was a different grading policy -- when homework/practice was given a grade vs. SBG where it isn't graded)  Student:  It's pretty much the same.  There have always been people who don't do the preparation work for class.

4.  (Me:  the reason I'm asking about SBG is b/c some people are complaining about it.)  Student:  well, you should argue against them (meaning Student LIKES SBG better than previous system).

5.  Student:  If you know how to do something, then you don't need to do the practice.  But, if you are not doing well on the assessments, then that's on you for choosing not to do the practice work.

6:  Me:  Do people NOT do retakes much anymore b/c they know there will be another chance to be assessed on a skill?  Student: People still do lots of retakes (in classes where retakes are allowed).

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In some sense, SBG gives the student MORE control over how they engage in the learning process.   Some kids like that, and it works for them.[/quote]

Ok Admin - we hear you loud & clear. We have kids too[/quote]

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