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Grading System: Pass Or Fail System
The pass or fail system is a better way to grade than the standard A-F grading system. First reason why I like the pass or fail system is because students worry less about each assignment grade. For example, having to see a D or an F on a report makes me feel like a failure. I am sure nobody likes to feel like they failed in anything, especially in an easy class. Next, the pass or fail grading system is better because it makes it easier for teachers and students. Teachers already have to do enough by grading assignments. Having to afterward go into the grading system and actually put in grades makes it even more work for them. As for students, they could simply check their grades quickly and see whether they passed the class or not just by
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