How can we make grading happen with students instead of to them? This workshop dives into “collaborative grading” approaches that use student self-assessment as a starting point for assessment. We’ll also discuss “ungrading,” which uses self-assessment to deemphasize grades as a motivator. You’ll learn strategies for collaboratively grading elements of a course (such as class participation or particular assignments) or entire courses, then reflect on how you might make these approaches work for your courses, your students, and your workload.
 

This workshop is part of the Evidence-Based Teaching Strategies series for GW instructors seeking strategies to increase student engagement and communicate with learners in new ways. Workshops in this series are sponsored by the Center for Teaching Excellence (CTE). The CTE provides comprehensive, integrated solutions for instructors in search of teaching solutions. If you need feedback on assignment or syllabus design, advice on teaching methods, or ideas for new activities, consider booking a consultation with the CTE.

All sessions are free to GW students, faculty, staff, and alumni. GW has an institutional commitment to ensuring that all of our programs and events are accessible for all individuals. If you require any accommodations to participate in this event, please contact libraryevents@gwu.edu at least 72 business hours (3 business days) prior to the event.