Dealing with Unfair Grading in Grade 12 – I Need Advice!
Hey everyone, I’m feeling really overwhelmed and frustrated with my teacher’s grading practices, and I could use some help.
Lately, I’ve been noticing that the way tests are graded seems unfair. For instance, if there are 19 questions and I get just one wrong, my score should be 9.45, right? But instead, my teacher rounds it down to 9. It may not seem like a big deal, but every point matters at this stage of the year.
It’s even more concerning when there are clear grading errors. One question asked for the isomer of isooctane, and while all the sources I checked confirm that octane is the correct answer, my teacher marked it wrong and claimed it’s pentane. What should I do about this? It’s surprising that no one else in my class seems to be speaking up! Even more frustrating is the lack of response to our questions.
Has anyone experienced something similar? Any advice on how to address unfair grading would be greatly appreciated!
I totally understand your frustration; grading discrepancies can feel really unfair, especially when every mark counts as you approach graduation. Here are a few steps you can take to address the situation:
Document Your Concerns: Keep a record of your test scores, how they were calculated, and the specific grading issues (like the isomer question). This will give you concrete evidence to present your case.
Talk to Your Teacher: Schedule a time to discuss your concerns privately. Approach the conversation respectfully, expressing that you want to understand their grading process better. Bring your examples and ask for clarification on the specific grading decisions.
Gather Class Support: If you’re not the only one feeling this way, consider talking to your classmates. A collective approach may have more impact. If multiple students have experienced similar issues, it would be worth bringing that up in your discussion with the teacher.
Consult School Policies: Check your school’s grading policy. Many schools have guidelines on grading practices and how disputes should be handled. Knowing these can strengthen your argument.
Involve a Higher Authority: If the issue isn’t addressed after talking to your teacher, you might consider reaching out to a guidance counselor or an administrator. Present your documented concerns and explain the lack of engagement from your teacher.
Be Persistent but Respectful: It’s important to stay professional throughout the process. Keep advocating for fairness but do so in a respectful manner. It can be tough, but being calm and collected will help your case.
Stay Engaged: Lastly, if your teacher isn’t responsive, try to engage with them on other learning aspects. Sometimes building rapport can help in resolving these issues.
Good luck! You deserve fair treatment in your education, and advocating for yourself is an important skill to develop.