I stopped giving zeros for homework

The teacher discusses their evolution in homework grading policies, moving away from giving zeros to students who fail to submit homework. They highlight the challenges of traditional grading systems and the lack of motivation it creates. To address this, the teacher provides homework answers, allows flexible deadlines, and adjusts the credit system to encourage learning over grades. The approach aims to balance fairness and motivation, ensuring students understand the material while not being overly penalized for incomplete homework.

What was a major issue with the traditional grading system the teacher experienced as a student?

• It was too lenient.

• It put too much pressure on students.

• It encouraged creativity.

• It was not challenging enough.

Why did the teacher find their initial grading approach ineffective?

• It was too easy for students.

• Students were too motivated.

• It was too innovative.

• Students were unmotivated and grades suffered.

What was the teacher's new strategy to help students with homework?

• Giving more homework.

• Increasing penalties for late work.

• Providing answers and solutions.

• Reducing class time.

What was the teacher's main goal in changing their homework policy?

• To reduce the number of students.

• To increase the amount of homework.

• To encourage learning over grades.

• To make homework more difficult.

How did the teacher ensure students had enough time for homework?

• By reducing the amount of homework.

• By allowing corrections until the test date.

• By giving daily quizzes.

• By extending class hours.

How did the teacher's new policy affect students' stress levels?

• It increased stress.

• It had no effect.

• It made students more competitive.

• It reduced stress by allowing more time.

What was the teacher's approach to giving credit for homework?

• Homework was worth 50% of the grade.

• Homework was the only graded component.

• Homework was not graded at all.

• Homework was given minimal credit.

What feedback did the teacher receive from students about the new homework policy?

• Students disliked the policy.

• Students appreciated the extra time.

• Students wanted more penalties.

• Students found it too easy.

What was the teacher's stance on rounding up grades?

• They never rounded up.

• They rounded up only for homework.

• They rounded up for extra credit.

• They always rounded up.

What was the teacher's ultimate goal with their grading policy?

• To eliminate homework.

• To focus solely on tests.

• To ensure fairness in grading.

• To make students fail.