Chapter 9 of Fair Isn’t Always Equal focuses on ten ways that assessing and grading are done which should be avoided. These techniques are all common practices that are not effective in determining a student’s mastery. A point that was made which I had never heard was the idea that homework should not be graded. The chapter claims that homework is given for practice and refinement of skills and that it is not a representation of full knowledge. Homework should not be given to a student until he or she has a grasp on the topic and is only to be used to practice his or her skills. As a teacher I hope that I am able to make sure the homework I give out is effective and that I do not penalize my students who are still learning.
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