Tag: Efficiency

Nov 18

Alternative to Testing

By Alfonso Gonzalez in Assessment
November 18, 2012

I’ve read and heard how schools need to be held accountable. The politicians want some kind of proof that schools and teachers are educating children. Politicians try to convince the public that schools need to be held accountable to show that kids are achieving high standards of education. My goodness look at what newspapers publish! …

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Mar 09

Giving Feedback

By Alfonso Gonzalez in Ed News, Grades & HW, Science, Tech Integration
March 9, 2011

Going grade-less has opened me up to giving students feedback that will help them move their learning in the right direction. I no longer spend my time trying to find a percentage or letter or mark to reduce their work. I read it and tell them what is working and what they still need. My …

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