This course introduces the learner to the concept of ungrading: removing marks as much as possible from the classroom, with the end goal being no grades at all. Many educators see the issue with grading on a daily basis:
- Students lose motivation to learn after receiving a low grade.
- Students don’t look at feedback, look at the mark, then brush the assignment away.
- Grading hurts the relationship between educator and student.
- Some students are more prone to receiving low grades (e.g. a lack of understanding, needing more time, lack of family support, etc.)
During this course, you will be presented five major concepts:
- The “Why”: Understanding the research and background of ungrading.
- The “How”: Looking at how to implement ungrading into a classroom.
- Implementation: Seeing examples of ungrading, as well as templated resources.
- Deprogramming: Analyzing how systems-based thinking is needed to bring students into an ungraded classroom.
- Spreading the Practice: Synthesizing all information toward expanding the practice beyond the classroom.
Following this course, you will be provided a certification that may be used with your continuing learning program toward professional development credit. Please check with your administrative team if this course satisfies your school’s accreditation program.
Course Content
Introduction
The "Why"
The "How"
Implementation
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"Deprogramming"
Spreading the Idea
Resources and Materials