This is important so students can keep track of where they stand in the class. To let them know what they need to improve upon. I like the electronic gradebooks that students are able to access so that they are continually aware of where they stand as long as the instructor keeps them updated.
Melissa,
Sharing grade and performance data is nearly as important the delivery of the course material. Students who are off track need redirection. And better performing students can be stroked for their effort. Everyone can benefit from advice and suggestions the instructor has to give.
Barry Westling
Jay,
Yeah, without early intervention, some students may falter too far without time to make needed corrections.
Barry Westling
Ashlee,
Grade-books that students can access are very helpful, but also require diligence by the instructor to keep them current.
Barry Westling
Students will always want to know their progress in the class.
Students are fanatic about their grades, even the students who are not performing very well. Making the students wait too long for their status in the course can cause anxiety and frustration. These feelings are not conducive to learning and retention and can possibly hinder their performance in the class.
Dawn,
Yes, want and need to know. I wonder how instructors who don't provide expeditious grade information expect their students to make progress in a timely manner.
Barry Westling
Jason,
Right. Plus, the opportunity for the instructor to intervene, and time for the student to make needed corrections is more likely when the instructor is diligent with distributing grade information promptly.
Barry Westling
higher performing students like knowing not only that they are doing well but that you recognize that they are doing well. students that don't perform as well need to see that you care and are willing to do whatever it takes to help them succeed.
Curran,
Very true. Recognition is a powerful stimulus and motivator. Even lower performing students can be motivated by positive feedback from the instructor that suggests we haven't given up on them.
Barry Westling
I want to know how they are doing after every test and lab sheet accomplished . It's important for students to know specially those who are not doing well,so they should work hard and bring there grade up.
Farzana,
Immediate communication is nearly always a good thing. Also, talking with students to provide suggestions, praise, encouragement, and/or support increases the students understanding of their performance.
Barry Westling
I keep my students current on their status in my class so I always have time to help their learning experience and not wait til it is too late to bring up their average.
Miriam,
Great. Students benefit by getting their scores and performance frequently so that time to discuss and make corrections can occur.
Barry Westling
I think its just morally sound to keep those informed of their performance in a course to serve as a gauge or limit to the standing in a course. Someone may believe they are doing good the entire time and then when its almost time to completion of the course they may fail, so as to prevent such a tragedy its imperative to let everyone know their particular standing.
Communicating with students about their progress throughout the course is crucial for their learning and development as emerging technicians in their field of study. Feedback lets students know where they stand in the class, especially at the midterm point. By keeping students informed about their progress and letting them know what their strengths are, you provide motivation, encourage good work, and improve their ability to be self-directed. Additionally, you can get ideas on how to better meet the students’ needs.
Roland,
I like discussing status and grades with students, and in person. It gives me a chance to give support and encouragement, as well as advice and suggestions. I feel it puts the instructor and student on the same side of wanting to achieve success.
Barry Westling
It is necessary to keep students informed of their progress and their lack of progress as soon as the next class scheduled time.This allows them to ask appropriate questions or myself to meet with the students as needed.
Steven,
Right. Without feedback, there really can't be effective communication. And discussing grades and performance in person helps establish a bridge of trust, respect, and perhaps commitment - both from the student by understanding their progress, and the instructor who can convey they are there to assist in meeting desired student outcomes.
Barry Westling
Michelle,
I believe it's essential for the student to trust that their instructor has the students success in mind in every assignment and graded activity. Sharing ideas, giving advice, and offering suggestions convey we care, and also provides an opportunity to encourage our students.
Barry Westling
