355: Missing the Mark: How to Avoid Grading Mistakes That Demotivate Students

LEARN MORE at http://teach4theheart.com/355 Have you ever handed out a test, only to be met with looks of discouragement? Or maybe you sat down to grade and realized your quiz did more harm than good? Join us as we unpack common mistakes teachers make when creating or grading assessments, and share tips for more encouraging, effective, and grace-filled grading practices. 00:00 Introduction to Grading Challenges 00:59 Understanding Grading Mistakes 03:01 Testing Material Emphasis 05:40 Assessing Student Readiness 09:44 Feedback vs. Assessment 10:40 Question Quantity in Assessments 13:53 Group Project Grading Issues 15:50 Maintaining Gradebook Integrity 17:49 Weighting Grades Effectively 20:47 Transparency in Grading Practices Resources/Links Mentioned: Classroom Management 101: https://www.teach4theheart.com/cm101 Teach 4 the Heart Facebook: https://www.teach4theheart.com/facebook