On Wednesday and Saturday of last week, I offered a free workshop centering upon my alternative grading methods. A number of people were intrigued, so therefore either signed up for my Masterclass or the self-paced course.
Meghan McMillian is one such teacher. Eager to learn the templates and alternative methods, she finished the self-paced course in a day and implemented some of the strategies last week and today with her freshmen and juniors. Here, in her own words, is a description of her experience thus far.
“I attended Kristian’s workshop Wednesday evening and immediately fell in love with his methods for grading. He’s way outside of the box, but he’s on to something. On Thursday, I did his 100, 90, 80, 70 Roulette Writing Workshop with my junior’s Gatsby essays. They loved the experience and I can honestly say that this method provided 1000 times better feedback than the traditional methods I typically use. My students knew exactly how to revise, their strengths and weaknesses, and where they stood grade wise.
I’m sold on these templates and heuristics. My freshmen are just beginning their Romeo & Juliet essays and I introduced them today to the syllogistic method. They get it!! They so are getting it!! I’m so impressed with their first drafts.
I’ve been in the classroom for seven years and I always felt like something was missing from my writing toolbox. What I needed was workable templates for my students. I took Kristian’s self-paced course and the lightbulb went off. He’s on to something with his methods. They really work and I’m seeing immediate benefits. The course is quick and painless. The instruction is clear. Easy peasy.”
This school year has been grueling for most of us. As we close the book on this chapter of our careers, many are already beginning to think about brighter days next year. Given this, I am opening the enrollment doors for my June, July, and August Masterclass sessions. The June session will begin on the 13th. I am also offering a new alternative grading course that includes the self-paced course and access to the Masterclass Library. If you have any questions or would like to schedule a discovery call, please reach out to me. I’d love to have you join us.
Happy teaching and happy writing!
Kristian
0 comments