Discussing Grades with Students
Letting students know where they are academically keeps the students aware of their progress. The instructor is able to guide the student where needed.
Terry,
Sure, we all do better when we have information to make choices and decisions. I believe students need to hear directly from their instructor to get the most accurate information, along with realistic suggestions and advice for improvement. In person, we can also convey we care, and offer our support and encouragement.
Barry Westling
I agree. I find that the students that I have had would like to keep track of where they are in class. This keeps the student totally aware of where they are in my class and it helps to find out where they need to improve and they seem to work harder to improve if they are made aware.
Sonia,
Right. My preference is to meet frequently enough before major tests to offer advice, suggestions, support and encouragement based on cumulative performance. There needs to be enough time for correction to occur.
Barry Westling
Tina,
Electronic grading is helpful and I have agree students appreciate seeing their most current grades and class standing. Along with that, my preference is to also meet face to face a couple of times during the term so I can give my individualized suggestions, support, and encouragement.
Barry Westling
Keeping students up to date on academic performance is critical in the classroom. Students that find it a priority to know the exact moment a grade is posted benefit greatly from electronic grade books. It can also be easier on instructors when this type of grading is used by the students.
Discussing grades is important because it informs the student of how they are doing academically and it also allows the instructor to advice the student how to improve on those grades (even though we should be telling them how to improve them before they go on the report).
Glenda,
I think students want to hear from their instructor (even if the information is less than wonderful). This is a time we can show we care, offer kind, caring comments, and give suggestions, advice, and encouragement.
Barry Westling
