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NCTM 2016 Regional Conference & Exposition: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Please note: The NCTM conference program is subject to change.

199- Not Graded?! Why Do It? Focusing on Learning, Not Grades

Wednesday, November 2, 2016: 11:30 AM-12:00 PM
Franklin 6/7 (Philadelphia Marriott Downtown)

 

Lead Speaker:
Barbara Swartz
Co-speakers:
Niccole Taylor and Bradley S. Swartz


 

How can we help our students deepen their mathematical understanding? One way three math teachers found was to simply stop assigning grades! High school and college students reported that ungraded quizzes were helpful in aiding their understanding. This session will discuss ways to elicit student thinking along with their impact on student learning.

 

Presentation Format: General Interest / All Audiences Burst