Breaking the Curve: How Standards-Based Grading is Transforming Education
About the Guest(s): Dr. Thomas Guskey is an esteemed educational researcher, author, and professor known for his extensive work on grading and evaluation practices. He has published numerous articles and books in the field of education and has been a prolific advocate for research-based changes in assessment and grading methods. Dr. Guskey has contributed to the understanding of grading systems, professional development for teachers, and the impact of these systems on student learning. His work has influenced educators worldwide, and he continues to provide expert insight into how educators can improve grading practices to enhance student outcomes.
Episode Summary: In this insightful episode, Dr. Thomas Guskey delves into the complexities of traditional grading systems and explores the potential of standards-based grading to revolutionize how learners are evaluated. The episode kicks off with Dr. Guskey discussing the gaps between grading knowledge and practices and how the reliance on traditional models has impacted education.
The heart of the conversation centers on how existing grading practices, like grading on a curve, do not accurately reflect student learning. Dr. Guskey clarifies this with historical context and emphasizes the need for grading to be based on what students actually learn. He also critiques the reliance on percentage-based grading systems, urging for a shift towards standards-based evaluations that highlight the actual competencies of students across various subjects.
Key points discussed include the prerequisites for implementing standards-based grading, the meaning and applications of grade adaptations for exceptional learners, and the necessity for transparency in learning goals. Dr. Guskey also underscores the importance of separating academic achievement from behaviors like class participation and homework completion to provide a clearer picture of student learning.
Transcript: https://otter.ai/u/ueqeCXqwukNLCiEOW9qwRcK64DA
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Website: https://tguskey.com/
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