Dear Colleagues,

The College of Engineering, in partnership with the Center for Teaching and Learning, invites you to attend an interactive EMPOWER module, "Equitable Grading Strategies," on 𝐅𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝟐𝟑𝐫𝐝, 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝟐𝐧𝐝, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝟗𝐭𝐡 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝟗:𝟑𝟎𝐚𝐦 𝐭𝐨 𝟏𝟏:𝟎𝟎𝐚𝐦 𝐏𝐓 𝐯𝐢𝐚 𝐙𝐨𝐨𝐦.

Session 1: What’s in a grade?
In this Session 1, participants will investigate the role and value of grades in students' learning processes and experiences and examine ways in which grading practices can exacerbate inequities. Participants will also begin to explore "alternative" grading strategies and related research on student learning.

Session 2: What approaches can I use for equitable grading?
In Session 2, participants will collaboratively compare and contrast equity-minded grading frameworks, including Grading for Equity and Contract Grading, and identify an opportunity to adjust a method of assessment in their teaching contexts.

Session 3: How can I apply equitable grading strategies in my teaching practice?
In Session 3, participants will build on previous conversations in reflecting on equitable grading practices and collaboratively workshopping and developing strategies to implement in their teaching contexts.

𝐏𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐑𝐒𝐕𝐏 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦 𝐛𝐲 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐅𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝟐𝟏𝐬𝐭 𝐚𝐭 𝟓:𝟎𝟎𝐩𝐦 𝐏𝐓. If you have any questions, please contact the Director of Community Engagement and Inclusive Practices, Dr. Fatima Alleyne at fatima.alleyne@berkeley.edu.

Please note that in order to receive an EMPOWER Badge or recognition of completion, you must attend all three workshops for this module.

If you require an accommodation for effective communication (ASL interpreting/CART captioning, alternative media formats, etc.) to fully participate in this event, please contact Evan Storey at [estorey@berkeley.edu] with as much advance notice as possible and at least 7-10 days in advance of the event.