Letter Grading is Failing Our Students

Time to find better ways to determine competency

The Complexity of Letter Grades: Understanding the “A” vs. “C”

         Receiving an "A" in a class or on a paper is often seen as a symbol of excellence, competence, and mastery of the subject matter. Conversely, a "C" typically indicates mediocre performance, suggesting that the student has only a basic understanding of the material. However, the meani…