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Rethinking Grading Systems Through the Lens of the Power Law of Learning

Posted by Steven M. Yanni, Ed.D. on 14th Oct 2025

Introduction Traditional grading systems often underrepresent a student’s true mastery by giving equal weight to early struggles and later successes. Drawing from research in cognitive psycholog … read more

Power Law Grading vs. Traditional Grading: A Comparative Analysis

Posted by Steven M. Yanni, Ed.D. on 7th Oct 2025

Introduction Grading practices are among the most powerful signals schools send about what they value. While traditional grading averages student performance across time, power law grading emphasizes … read more

Grading in STEM: Finding the Right Balance

5th Sep 2024

In the world of STEM education, particularly in elementary and middle school settings, grading can be a complex and sometimes overwhelming task. Teachers managing hundreds of students across multiple … read more

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