Grading on the Curve

Book: 
InCider
Authors: 
Wall, C. R.
Type: 
Journal Article
Category: 
Teaching
Volume: 
5(10)
Pages: 
83-85
Year: 
1987
Abstract: 

Discusses some of the myths surrounding grading on the curve. Provides a simple explanation of such statistical terms as histograms, relative frequency, normal distribution, mean, and standard deviation. Describes how to restructure the curve, including the program listing for a computer program that will assist the teacher. (TW)

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