Henry O'Neil CHEP

I beleive it is important to hand students regular progress reports of their grades as the class progresses. Those that might be stuggling will then have the oppurtunity to discuss tutoring options, study help, etc. to improve their individual score.

Barry Westling

Hi Matt:
At a minimum, there should be a weekly review of grades to let the students know where they are so they can change study habits if need be. Some institutions use an electronic grading system that allows the student to access their grades whenever they want.

Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

Hi Nicola:
Many instructors use the technique you're are describing here. By reviewing the rationale of test questions, it gives the student the chance to see if they understood what the questions were addressing.

Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

Hi Thomas,

This is a very effective way of fostering a positive relationship with the student.

It encourages them to come to you if they don't understand why their grade is what it is. It also gives the perception the instructor is approachable.

Regards,

Barry

Matt Herron CHEP

I agree with this, I have to give daily production grades in culinary school, and students do not have records of this, but should you do weekly updates, daily or leave it to mid term reviews?

Barry Westling

Hi Judi:
The sooner the better. And it seems just about everyone these days expects instant results. Something I do is on the first day of class, point out in the syllabus where, when, and by what method grades for tests, quizzes, homework, written assignments, projects, and worksheets will be graded and returned.

In general even the same day can work for some homework and quizzes (if they're scan-tron or short answer). I can manually grade the first ones that finish while others are finishing up, and by the time the slowest person finishes, often I'm ready to quicky grade their paper, enter the grade, and pass back the quiz for review by the whole class.

Also, many classes are now using testing by computer where electronic grading results can be instantaneuous (if the instructor set it up that way). Also, a set time can be given so when time is up, no further work can be done. Then, the assisgnment can be reviewed if desired.

Regards, Barry

Judi Hannah

Adult students need to have feedback on their success as soon as possible...often I try to hand them back prior to the next class...

Barry Westling

Hi Lauren:
Next day is great. Students need feedback sooner than later in order to get their mistakes corrected and their thinking on the right level in order to advance along with the next topic. Also, when reviewing for tests, they'll have the correct information to study for.

Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

Hi Jeffrey:
Building confidence through regular, sincere and honest communication with the student will not only provide solid methods for improvement but will also create a good connection between the student and teacher.

Regards, Barry

Jeffrey Nelson

This is a good method of evaluating the student level of learning and how well the course was designed. It is a good way to build confidence in the students by showing them their progress. If the grading indicates there is low scores, it may reflect either a poor teaching method or some other problem with the course structure. Important to do early and offend.

lauren charrier

I give students their tests grades at the next class meeting. That way they know their progress.

Barry Westling

Hi Belinda:
Frequent status updates allows us to give information and support and encouragement.

Regards, Barry

Belinda Martinez

I agree with you. I usually give them their grades back the same day. We give them their mid module grades. It helps them see where they stand in class.

Nicola Plowes

I agree that getting feedback to students asap is really important.

I also make sure to give them a copy of the rubric and to go through the exam question by question- so that students who did poorly have an opportunity to clearly see what the standards are.