Do you think grading should be abolished? Be sure to defend your answer by identifying the pros and cons of grading.

What will be an ideal response?


Critics argue grading shifts the emphasis from learning, is discouraging to some students, and focuses students on studying only material reflected on the test. However, grading is an established way to communicate information about students' progress to the students and the parents.
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