https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2 After discussing your personal experiences with feedback, watching Sal Kahn's TED Talk on Grading for Mastery, and discussing the purpose of grades, leave your biggest takeaway here. Remember, our goal today is to create a shared voice around the RSS Grading Mindset to share with our community. We encourage you to share your thoughts with the community as well by posting on socials using #RSSGradingMindset. en-us 2021-04-07 15:03:02 UTC 2025-11-02 02:08:45 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-uploads.storage.googleapis.com/13863500/0aea3f85554692d15dacb60339171014/Grading_Mindset_Padlet_Logo.png browngm2 https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392393593 All kids do not learn at the same pace, therefore the standards we grade will be different for each child. Grading should be based on each child's growth rather than as a whole class on the same standards. ]]> 2021-04-07 16:51:19 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392393593 https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392393757 I loved the analogy Kahn spoke of: Grading - like the belts you earn in karate. You move to the next level when you've reached mastery. 

]]> 2021-04-07 16:51:20 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392393757 https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392393845 We have been exploring this at SRHS for a while.  Looks possitive.


]]> 2021-04-07 16:51:21 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392393845 wardba https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392393859 I think that his examples makes you really think about how we think about grading and moving on without making sure that students understand the topic]]> 2021-04-07 16:51:21 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392393859 https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392393955 Giving a grade is MEANINGLESS without specific and actionable feedback to assist a student to MASTER the content]]> 2021-04-07 16:51:22 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392393955 https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392394287 You can't build a stable house on wet cement.]]> 2021-04-07 16:51:26 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392394287 https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392394446 2021-04-07 16:51:27 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392394446 https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392394464 Receiving Feedback in written and verbal forms are the most popular. Taking time to decompress about feedback and having a way to to discuss is important to learning. ]]> 2021-04-07 16:51:27 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392394464 connellhb https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392394755 Grades are an accountability for students and help them know where they are.]]> 2021-04-07 16:51:30 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392394755 https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392395088 As Sal Kahn said, I always had the mindset that if I made a 95% then what about the 5% I didn't learn? ]]> 2021-04-07 16:51:34 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392395088 taylorbh1 https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392395161 A lot of our motivation as students came from wanting to please our parents]]> 2021-04-07 16:51:35 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392395161 beaversj5 https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392395183 Our traditional way of grading is geared more towards a close-mindset, where CBE grading is geared towards an open-minded mind]]> 2021-04-07 16:51:35 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392395183 https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392395202 Rethinking who we are grading for, is it for students/parents to reflect and improve, or is it for teachers so evaluate themselves and rethinki]]> 2021-04-07 16:51:35 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392395202 https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392395203 I have a lot to learn.]]> 2021-04-07 16:51:35 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392395203 batesrl1 https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392395354 Thurpose of grading]]> 2021-04-07 16:51:37 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392395354 ttuttero https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392395397 I think the move away from our current grading system is something we MUST do- although the "how" and the new rules may not yet be clear to us. I am glad we're having this conversation.]]> 2021-04-07 16:51:38 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392395397 https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392395505 Wow! What a powerful take away. I'll always remember that going forward.]]> 2021-04-07 16:51:39 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392395505 https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392395513 The analogy from Kahn and how to grade and give feedback "meaningfully"]]> 2021-04-07 16:51:39 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392395513 https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392395544 Everyone learns at his/her own pace.  Grading doesn't always reflect learning.

]]> 2021-04-07 16:51:40 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392395544 peelerke https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392396003 Feedback is ESSENTIAL for our students to know what they are succeeding at and what they are struggling with. Feedback will help them be able to see what they need to work on and give them suggestions as to what they can do to help themselves.]]> 2021-04-07 16:51:46 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392396003 https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392396055 I definitely have a different perspective now. I am ready to see the change.]]> 2021-04-07 16:51:47 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392396055 https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392396224 All students don't learn a]]> 2021-04-07 16:51:49 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392396224 wolffer https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392396418 You have to build a solid foundation before you can build on to additional levels.]]> 2021-04-07 16:51:52 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392396418 https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392396437 Grades without feedback is meaningless. We all need specific feedback to learn and grow.]]> 2021-04-07 16:51:52 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392396437 https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392396440 The foundation needs to be strong.]]> 2021-04-07 16:51:52 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392396440 cochranad https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392396608 We can't just keep pushing children forward without allowing them to master the foundation. ]]> 2021-04-07 16:51:54 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392396608 https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392396722 Take ]]> 2021-04-07 16:51:56 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392396722 https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392396880 2021-04-07 16:51:58 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392396880 https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392397007 Kids are individuals and learn in different ways and different paces... we have to meet them where they are and help move them forward]]> 2021-04-07 16:51:59 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392397007 https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392397094 Rethinking what grades means

]]> 2021-04-07 16:52:01 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392397094 https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392397162 We should teach to mastery rather than giving a grade based on what they can do and moving on.

]]> 2021-04-07 16:52:02 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392397162 rollinbj https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392397175 My biggest take away is simple...We must first change the mindset of teachers before we can change the mindset of students, parents, and community.  Teachers must  focus on personalized/individualized learning in order to meet the needs of each student.

]]> 2021-04-07 16:52:02 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392397175 https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392397305 A great way to look at grading. This analogy can be used for everyone in the community. ]]> 2021-04-07 16:52:03 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392397305 https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392397568 Make sure we going all in with this. ]]> 2021-04-07 16:52:07 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392397568 courtneygeorge https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392397741 Failure is a moment of learning.

]]> 2021-04-07 16:52:09 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392397741 achrism2 https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392397839 Loved the house building analogy. What does the grade really mean? What are we grading?]]> 2021-04-07 16:52:10 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392397839 potterem https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392397865 We need to give meaningful feedback with individualize comments.]]> 2021-04-07 16:52:11 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392397865 https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392398151 rethinking why we grade and the importance on building a foundation]]> 2021-04-07 16:52:14 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392398151 https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392398285 New perspective on grading!]]> 2021-04-07 16:52:16 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392398285 blevinsdk https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392398356 Grades are no longer relevant with mastery based assessments. Feedback and mastery is everything.]]> 2021-04-07 16:52:17 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392398356 https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392398539 My biggest take away came from the group discussions. I was able to meet with a group of varying individuals and one person shared how he was told he wouldn't amount to anything and he is leading a very inspirational life! I don't want grades to be the reason a student feels they can't amount to anything. I want students to feel like they can achieve whatever they want in life!]]> 2021-04-07 16:52:18 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392398539 https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392398562 2021-04-07 16:52:18 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392398562 https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392398708 2021-04-07 16:52:20 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392398708 https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392399655 .]]> 2021-04-07 16:52:31 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392399655 https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392400813 2021-04-07 16:52:42 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392400813 https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392401503 Giving different types of feedback can allow growth with a focus 

]]> 2021-04-07 16:52:49 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392401503 https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392401919 Making feedback meaningful, individualized and timely.]]> 2021-04-07 16:52:55 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392401919 https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392402678 I got the most from small group discussions. I feel like personal feedback (positive & negative) is something that sticks more than just a letter grade.]]> 2021-04-07 16:53:04 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392402678 caracciojs https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392402838 "Grading and reporting aren't essential to instruction." (Frisbie and Waltman 1992) As I've reflected on my own motivation and my students, I am surprised (and relieved) to see this is true and aligns with my instructional beliefs.

]]> 2021-04-07 16:53:06 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392402838 https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392403047 Feedback, especially positive, is key!

]]> 2021-04-07 16:53:09 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392403047 https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392403493 Stay open minded]]> 2021-04-07 16:53:14 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392403493 morrismb https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392404739 We seem to all agree that communication is key to providing feedback and that grading should separately judge content knowledge and behavior.  Now, we are ready to tackle the "how do we transition to this grading?".  I also think the analogies used by Sal Kahn are powerful and would be great to use as examples as we seek community and parent buy-in to our changing mindset.

]]> 2021-04-07 16:53:30 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392404739 https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392405550 Communication is so needed to have everyone together in this new mindset!  

]]> 2021-04-07 16:53:41 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392405550 batesrl1 https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392405578 We need to look at how to assess student growth, not necessarily with a grade.

]]> 2021-04-07 16:53:41 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392405578 https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392407937 Sal Khan has issued a challenge to the education community.  We need to invert the pyramid so that the majority of our students grow up to be creative and innovative.  This is the only way for our society to keep pace with the transition into the Information Age where automation is causing traditional job skills to become obsolete.]]> 2021-04-07 16:54:10 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392407937 https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392409777 I fill like it’s going to be different, but I think in the long run, it’s going to be better.]]> 2021-04-07 16:54:33 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392409777 https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392409854 Timely, effective feedback is important ]]> 2021-04-07 16:54:34 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392409854 https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392409899 Students learn differently. Need to build a good foundation for them to grow on.

]]> 2021-04-07 16:54:35 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392409899 https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392411966 Giving quality meaningful feedback.

]]> 2021-04-07 16:55:01 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392411966 https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392416789 Feedback with grades.]]> 2021-04-07 16:56:00 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392416789 https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392419535 Good foundations are essential for continued learning.]]> 2021-04-07 16:56:29 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392419535 https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392420796 2021-04-07 16:56:43 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392420796 https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392429738 Communication will be key for both students and the community to help shift the grading mindset!

]]> 2021-04-07 16:58:30 UTC https://padlet.com/glennrr/rssgradingmindset2/wish/1392429738