Treffer: Piecewise Grading Reform Year 1: Lab Specifications.

The article discusses the challenges of traditional points-based grading systems in higher education and the growing popularity of alternative grading systems. The author describes their experience transitioning to a hybrid standards and specifications-based grading system over three years, focusing on Year 1 when lab sections were assessed with specifications-based grading. The lab specifications emphasized communication and process skills over correctness, with a focus on clear standards, helpful feedback, marks indicating progress, and reassessment without penalty. Student feedback on the specifications system for labs was positive, highlighting a shift towards understanding the material rather than relying on others. [Extracted from the article]

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