What is the rationale behind the use of letter grades? Why have we used the A’s, B’s and C’s to evaluate students for so long? Does this method still work? Did it ever? Traditionally, the letter grading method has served multiple purposes: to indicate student aptitude, to provide feedback and guidance, and to offer motivation. Any grading method should meet those needs if it is to survive. Recently, new methods of grading have come on the scene and they’re worth exploring because they offer fres
The need for new types and forms of assessment are inherent in the new pedagogy which is finally making full scale appearances world wide. It's not logical to assess concepts in the same way as we have assessed content.