Advancing Equity through Alternative Grading Systems
Presenters: Mara Livezey, Marwa Abdel Latif, Danielle N. Maxwell, Matthew J. Mio
Session Description:
Faculty from all disciplines are invited to attend this session where we will discuss student outcomes from classes using Alternative Grading Systems (AGS). AGS are a family of grading approaches that shift the focus from points-based learning to meeting learning outcomes. This session will briefly review theories of alternative grading, quantitative and qualitative student data, and faculty perspectives gathered across AGS courses in the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry. Most time will be spent in a roundtable discussion. Participants are encouraged to bring a type of assignment or assessment that they would consider converting to AGS to discuss with the group for suggestions on approach and implementation.
Learning Objectives:
- Reflect on and discuss findings from survey and interview data about the impacts of AGS on equity and student perceptions for undergraduate science majors at the University of Detroit Mercy.
- Collectively brainstorm ideas for converting various assessments to AGS with an equity-focused lens.