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Secondly, it is correct, as the editorial states, that we do object to grading because of the particular socio-economic implications, of the grading system. However, and in addition, our objections derive more directly from a concern for the quality of educational activity fostered by grading.
Lastly, we disagree with the CRIMSON editorial that our petition be accepted on grounds of academic freedom. We have petitioned on the basis of substantive arguments as to the deleterious effects of grading, and wish our petition to be weighed on the merits on this argument. To support our position...
[The text of the Social Science 125 petition on grading appears on Page 5 of today's Crimson. --Ed.]
Learning should take place for desirable social ends and for the intrinsic enjoyment of learning. The grading process establishes an undesirable reward structure in which obtaining a high grade becomes the motivational force. The indirect reward of a good grade replaces the direct satisfaction from the process of learning or...
The power to give grades provides professors with a sanction for the exercise of authority in the educational process. Grades promote acquiescence and conformity among students and exempt teachers from the necessity of being relevant, interesting and well-prepared in their classes. Students refrain from criticizing mediocrity and dullness in...