[etni] [FWD: One test per semester?]

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 -------- Original Message --------
 Subject: One test per semester?
 From: "Rachelle Borenstein" <rnab1@xxxxxxxxxxxx>
 
 Continuing Batya's train of thought, what do you do when you're thrown
 another curveball? Our school is trying to create a system with less
 pressure and wants to have one test per semester in every subject, and
 if need be, a few quizzes. Until now, the English staff have had three
 tests per semester, dictations, book reports, participation/homework,
 etc. as part of our grading system to alleviate the pressure from
"tests
 only".   We've agreed that we could cut down to two tests per semester
 + smaller tasks but certain members of the administration feel that
 English is no different than other subjects and should only have one
 test in 5 months.  Question: Do you think it's realistic in high school
 to have only 1 test per semester? I'm looking for your opinions so I
can
 go back to the administration with the feedback of  other English
 teachers.
 Thanks,
 Rachelle


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