In my department we are debating our grading system in physics. Currently, students enroll in a 4-credit intro physics course and receive one grade that integrates lecture and lab performance (25% lab; 75% lecture). In our physical science courses, students enroll in a lecture section (PHSC 1013) and an independent lab section (PHSC 1021). They receive a grade for lecture and a separate grade for lab. We would like to standardize our grading system.
I will appreciate any information about how grading is done in your physics departments and the rationale behind it. If you feel strongly one way or the other, even though your university does not assign grades that way, your contribution is also appreciated. Thanks for your time.
Wilson J. Gonzalez-Espada, Ph.D.
Asst Professor of Physical Science/Science Education
School of Physical and Life Sciences
Arkansas Tech University
1701 N. Boulder Ave. (McEver Hall)
Russellville, AR 72801
(479) 968-0293
(479) 964-0837 fax
________________________________________________________________
Sent via the WebMail system at mail.atu.edu
________________________________________________________________
Sent via the WebMail system at mail.atu.edu