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Deron Durflinger

Waukee parents frustrated with grading system | The Des Moines Register | desmoinesregi... - 0 views

  • There used to be a huge focus on teaching, and now we’re focused on learning,” he said. “Now it’s a simple statement but has huge implications for the classroom.”
  • The top three reasons for advocating the traditional letter grade among parents were: “like the old way,” “afraid kids won’t be prepared” and “can’t compare students.”
    • Deron Durflinger
       
      Parents focus is on ranking. Teacher focus is on individualized instruction. Student focus is on learning. Which is most important?
  • 91 percent said they agree or strongly agree with the phrase “overall I have an understanding of where I am in my learning and the areas that I need to continue to learn.”
    • Deron Durflinger
       
      Should be enough proof that it is better for students right there.
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