Join us on April 11 at 3 p.m. via Zoom for this month’s system-wide presentation entitled “Contract Grading: An Alternate Assessment Approach” hosted by the Transformational Change Initiative and the Office of the Provost and Executive Vice President.
Meeting ID: 915 0022 5347
Passcode: 273172
Abstract:
Contract grading, emerging as a response to the limitations of high-stakes grading systems, prioritizes effort over performance and empowers students to take ownership of their learning journey. This pedagogical approach, characterized by negotiated agreements between instructors and students, offers a flexible framework that accommodates diverse learning styles and preferences. Unlike traditional grading schemes, contract grading emphasizes task-oriented design and encourages early and open communication between stakeholders. In this presentation, three types of contract grading will be introduced followed by a more in-depth examination of hybrid grading contracts and finally a Q&A for instructors interested in exploring this approach in their own classroom.
Presenter:
Dr. Erika Offerdahl, WSU Pullman
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