Send us your thoughts about this week's episode!Grades—Are they an accurate reflection of a student's knowledge or just a measure of their test-taking skills? Join us as we challenge the traditional grading systems that have long dominated education. By sharing personal experiences from both parental and educator perspectives, we uncover the limitations of grades as a measure of true learning. Our discussion tackles the statistically flawed 0-100 grading scale, highlighting how it's set up for more failure than success and its impact on student motivation and learning. We'll explore how some schools try to mitigate this by preventing grades below a certain threshold, yet these policies can distort a student's true abilities. This conversation urges parents to take a closer look at their child's grades, especially when Individualized Education Plans and accommodations are in play, prompting critical reflection on the true meaning of a grade in today's educational landscape.Engage with us as we continue to challenge conventional wisdom and explore more meaningful educational experiences, and don't miss our insightful Tuesday Talk next week.Tuesday Talks—Real conversations sparking real change in education. New episodes every Tuesday! Links to all episodes ➡️ https://linktr.ee/drtiffanyslpLike, comment, subscribe & share! Connect with us via email at [email protected]! Tuesday Talks is hosted by Dr. Tiffany. She has been a Speech/Language Pathologist for 20 years. She's also a speaker and educational consultant. Dr. Tiffany hosts webinars and in-person workshops for teachers and parents. Book Dr. Tiffany as a speaker for your teachers, parent groups and professional development sessions! Our Words Matter Consulting

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