Document Type

Conference Presentation

Publication Date

1-4-2017

Department

Mathematics, Statistics, and Computer Science

Keywords

abstract algebra, testing, learning, college students

Abstract

Specifications grading offers an alternative to more traditional, points-based grading and assessment structures. In place of partial credit, students are assessed pass/fail on whether or not they have achieved the learning outcomes being assessed on a given piece of work according to certain specifications, with limited opportunities for revision of non-passing work. This talk will describe the learning outcomes and specifications grading system I used in my Fall 2016 abstract algebra course, as well as student responses.

Comments

Presented at the 2017 Joint Mathematics Meetings in Atlanta, Georgia, on January 4, 2017.

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