Episode 21: The History of Grading Reform with Dr. Thomas Guskey

In Episode 21 of the Fires in Grading Podcast, Garth Larson, Becky Peppler, and Don Smith sit down with renowned researcher Thomas Guskey to explore the history of grading reform and why the same conversations continue to resurface generation after generation. Drawing on decades of scholarship, Dr. Guskey unpacks the origins of traditional grading practices, the evolution of standards-based grading practices, and the common reasons reform efforts stall. This episode offers historical perspective and practical guidance for leaders committed to building grading systems that are accurate, meaningful, and truly focused on learning rather than ranking and sorting.Learn more about our sponsors: Otus: ⁠⁠https://hubs.li/Q03StGb_0⁠⁠STAGR Center: ⁠⁠https://firsteducation-us.com/stagr