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Thoughts on an Unsuccessful Course

One of my first year writing courses was especially challenging. I'd do some things differently with hindsight.
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'Grit' in the Writing Classroom

"Grit" is good, but it isn't vital.
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We Need to Destroy the 'Grit Narrative'

Angela Duckworth already has her lab and her MacArthur Foundation Grant. It's time to slow the roll on the "grit narrative."
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I Think a MacArthur Genius Is Wrong About 'Grit'

The development of "grit" as a key to success is a popular theory among education reformers. I think it tells a very limited story.
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Ratings Systems Empower the Already Powerful

I disagree with Rebecca Schuman. There's a first for everything.
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I Am a Blender: Hear Me Chop!

Have you heard? Rating schools is like rating blenders.
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Down with Grade Grubbing Weasels

Some personal strategies for end-of-semester grade grubbing prevention.