A versatile point system for grade assignments that allows students to choose the type of performance to be evaluated is described. Features and advantages of using the grading system in both graduate and undergraduate courses are noted. (JN)

Explores internal and external measures of excellence, noting that while excellence is easy enough to recognize, a true and reliable measure of excellence is difficult to come by. (HTH)

Discusses the pros and cons of different methods of hand scoring exams. Proposes a new technique, a combination of perforated responses and gray contrasting stencil background. (FL)

Because grading practices relating to mainstreamed handicapped pupils have received little attention, the paper investigates the pertinent issues and gives examples. Emphasized is the need to avoid confusion caused by arbitrary grading systems, and clearly identify graders, consumers, and messages intended by the grades. Choosing satisfactory…

Demonstrates that a current method of assigning letter grades is limited by choice of the high raw score as the parameter used to typify the raw score distribution. Provides an alternative procedure involving standard scores, transformed standard scores, and grade or ability-adjusted grade distribution models. (JN)

There were very few differences in student products submitted under two grading contingencies for four student trainees. In Strategy A the students received their final grade for the first product they submitted. In Strategy B the students were allowed to resubmit their work until "A"-level grading criterion was reached. (Author/CL)

The use of expanded reporting forms versus the letter grade system for assessing student progress was compared. (RK)

Presents a test on grading for readers to take. Results of the replies student teachers gave are included. (IRT)

Concept map structure, testing, and scoring methods are discussed and a new scoring methodology is introduced using the breadth and depth of individual concept maps. The scoring method proposed here provides advantages of grading "on a curve" such as the ability to estimate and compare the complexity of different concept maps, the ability to…

Positive support for the system of open-book examination is presented. A case study of an open-book examination in organic chemistry is cited as a basis for theories that testing method improves capacity for analyzing and solving problems, deepens knowledge, and helps to overcome shortcomings of casual readings. (SM)

The practices and problems of grading are reviewed. (MM)

Proposes a model that implies that enrollments in science classes will increase if the grade penalty in science subjects is less severe. Students' decisions are based on rough comparisons between their grades in other subjects and early science courses. Student records from 27 schools were analyzed for correlations between many variables. Results…

A trial system uncovers ways to personalize individual evaluation. (Editor)

Facing the dilemma of grading a child's honest expression of feeling and thought without degrading the child and squelching further expression. (Author/MB)

A questionnaire study revealed more diversity in testing practices that is commonly realized. (Editor)