The primary purpose of this study was to investigate differential grading standards among public high schools. This study focused on documenting differential grading standards between 1998 and 2002. Five years were studied to verify that the observed differences in grading standards were not transient. Differences in grading standards among high…

What are the advantages and disadvantages of weighted grading? The primary purpose of weighted grading has been to encourage high school students to take more rigorous courses. This effort is then acknowledged by more weight being given to the grade for a specified class. There are numerous systems of weighted grading cited in the literature from…

A detailed description of and rationale for an effective tutorial method of teaching within a standard scheduling framework. (Editor)

Describes an introductory, college level speech course based on contract grading. Includes the requirements for the various grades, student reactions to contract grading, the grade contract, and a twelve item bibliography. (DD)

Discusses a random self-paced examination which is designed to increase the number of high scores by making explicit the problems to be solved. Indicates that the novel examination is a useful part of the performance-grading method, rather than the competitive-grading method. (CC)

Shorthand courses at Brigham Young University have been organized to allow individual student progress using audio equipment and cassette tapes. Grading standards have been set up according to competency levels with immediate advancement available upon completion of each competency level. An evaluation of the program is included in the report. (DS)

With a fresh kind of mix of students, faculty, and learning concepts, community colleges are breaking the seams of traditional education. (Editor)

Describes a system of self-evaluation by students designed to increase personal attention and interest in learning and to reduce uncertainty and anxiety. The system has been tested with more than 2,000 college students over a four year period. Its advantages and disadvantages are discussed. (JR)

Discusses a dual track'' approach to language learning providing emphases on reading and on multiple linguistic skills. (DD)

Describes recognization of student achievement as a function of technical colleges, and suggests three feasible methods: publishing the dean's list,'' citing those who graduate with honor,'' and identifying outstanding students through membership in an honor society, such as Tau Alpha Pi in engineering. (CC)

Over a one-semester-period, the relative level of marking seems to have little impact on motivation or achievement for most students. It may be that the internalized perceptions of achievement level are more significant determinors of student behavior than teacher assigned marks. (Authors)

Article says if there are distinct differences between the sexes in attitude, approach, and technique in writing, mixing the sexes for these in-class evaluations could prove beneficial to the boys at least. (Author)

It is time for experimentation and innovation toward constructing a new humanistic model of community college education. (Editor/IR)