This week, we are starting our book study with chapter 1 of Grading for Equity: What It Is, Why It Matters, and How It Can Transform Schools and Classrooms by Joe Feldman. Specifically, we will dive into what makes grading so difficult to talk about and even harder to change. If you like what you hear, we would love it if you could share this episode with a colleague or friend. And make sure you subscribe so that you don’t miss out on any new content! And consider supporting the show by buying us a coffee or two! We would love to hear from you – leave a comment on our website OR check out our FLIPGRID! Featured Content **For detailed show notes, please visit our website at https://edugals.com/130** Grading for Equity by Joe FeldmanFind a buddy to talk about the ideas in this book!Structure of the book:14 chapters3 parts - foundations, a case for change, equitable grading practicesGet comfortable with being uncomfortable - try to stay open-mindedTeaching is challenging - grades are one of the only places where we still have autonomyGrades and grading practices are highly personalChanging grades by adminGrading is not really something that is taught in teacher education programsMost grading practices are based on prior experienceWe hate grading! and grade grubbing!Stress around gradingMastery grading and specs grading and other equitable grading practices reduces stress around grades and gradingWeb of belief:Shapes our teaching and grading practicesWhat is your starting position?When we learn new info - we either dismiss or accept it (depends on how it fits)Question your reactions What barriers are we creating with our grading practices?Acknowledge guilt around past grading practices and then let it goDiscussion question: What is your why?Part of our UnGrading journey - Jesse StommelBuilding equity lensBuild on learning and justify changes to grading practices (where is the evidence?)Entry points for grading conversations with colleaguesSupport the showConnect with EduGals: Twitter @EduGals Rachel @dr_r_johnson Katie @KatieAttwell EduGals Website Support the show