Challenge Practices That
Confound the Meaning of
Grades (Guskey)
Going against the traditional
way of grading, finding your
own path while letting go of
the old way of grading.
Research does not
supports the
notion of assigning
poor grades as
punishment
motivates students
to try harder.
Guskey, does not favor
the action of offering
extra credit.
Guskey, does not agree
with grade deduction
because of poor behavior.
Have a separate
record holder for
behavior,
tardiness,
absences.
Guskey furthermore argues that some teachers give extra
points for performance, participation, behaviors, which
Guskey points out, have nothing to do with the learning goals
and standards such as bringing in school supplies, helping
with food drives, fundraisers, attending school events, perfect
attendance.