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'Grit' in the Writing Classroom

"Grit" is good, but it isn't vital.

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."

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.

Ratings Systems Empower the Already Powerful

I disagree with Rebecca Schuman. There's a first for everything.

I Am a Blender: Hear Me Chop!

Have you heard? Rating schools is like rating blenders.

Down with Grade Grubbing Weasels

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

Process not Product

The end of the semester always feels a little disappointing because I'm focused on the wrong things.