I know, i know, i know, alot of people say that their teacher's aren't fair or are giving them a bad grade not baised on their work but here is my situiation:
It is my math teacher and i have been working really hard in math but i have a "C" in that class and i have done everything that my friend has, she has an "A" and is in the same class. I was absent one day and i missed a test but i came in a few days later and retook it, this was in march, and he hasn't put it in the grade book yet. I keep asking him to enter it but he always "forgets"! I have always had stright "A" and i haven't ever had even an "A-" before so that is why my dad, and i both think this is strange. What do you think?
2007-05-02 08:52:15 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Primary & Secondary Education
The only thing I would ask (and I am a teacher) is, "Do you go to your teacher and ask why you are not getting the same grade as your friend?" Right there might be the source of the problem, as teachers are not supposed to discuss a student's grades with anyone but that student and his/her parents!
If that is what happened, then I suggest the following to start things afresh: go in and say something like, "I am not satisfied with my mark in this class and I would like to improve it. Please give me some specific advice."
If the teacher indeed sees issues with the way you are doing your work, he should be able to let you know. If it is his "forgetfulness" that is causing the problem, this approach may stimulate his guilty feelings enough to get the missing mark entered.
And if that doesn't work, then ask for a meeting with your dad, the principal, and the teacher to look into the situation.
2007-05-02 13:53:57 · answer #1 · answered by Sawbuck 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is not acceptable for a teacher to have different grading practices among students in the same class. If you have concrete proof that your friend who is getting an A has had approximately the same test results, grades on assignments, etc. that you have had, then it's time for your dad to set up a conference with the teacher to determine why your grades are so much lower than your friend's. If the teacher will not meet with him, he needs to take the next step and go over the teacher's head to the principal and explain the problem. The principal will get involved, and if he/she finds out that your math teacher is grading unfairly or inaccurately, the teacher will probably end up getting a formal reprimand, which will go in his professional record. If he gets a lot of those, they can and will fire him.
2007-05-02 09:03:17 · answer #2 · answered by fizzygurrl1980 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to your teacher and tell (It) that global warming is a problem that humans caused. Pray to Al Gore in front of the teacher and beg forgiveness. Your grade will change. It............. (the teacher) will sell you a carbon credit for the amount of Carbon Dioxide you expelled in your plea and give you the equivalent in the grade upgrade. The name of Al gore should be said at least 3 times to receive dispensation from the teacher.
2007-05-02 09:10:39 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It does sound like this situation is a little unfair. I would speak to a person a little higher up on the chain to see if this problem can be resolved. Once the test is entered into the grade book, it should raise your grade even just a little if you did poorly.
2007-05-02 09:02:51 · answer #4 · answered by Moon 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First, ask your teacher why your grade is such. He might have a valid reason for it.
If you still feel suspicious about it, involve your dad. Have your Dad talk to him.
If your questions are still not answered, go to a dean, principal or someone who is your teacher's supervisor.
Tell them about your concern.
While it is very is important for your teacher to input grades on time, sometimes teachers are very busy. If you think that he just is NOT doing anything to address your concern, despite of you/your dad questioning him, then it is but right for you to bring it to the attention of someone higher.
2007-05-02 09:01:17 · answer #5 · answered by Misty 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Whenever my kids have a problem with a teacher I have them speak to the teacher as you did. My next step would be to contact the teacher myself via email and copy the guidance councilor. I would also email the teachers response to guidance. It can be very helpful to have the guidance councilor be the overseer of the situation and the teacher usually responds immediately when they have to be accountable to someone in the school. Hope this helps...it's always worked for us!!
2007-05-02 09:04:45 · answer #6 · answered by K 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think it's strange, too! Could your dad try talking to the teacher...or the principal to straighten out the mess? It seems like that one test--that the teacher isn't entering--is killing your grade.
2007-05-02 08:55:50 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If what you say is true, chances are your teacher has it in for you for some reason. People like that have a saying, nothing against you at all, "you don't have to bite into an apple to know that it's rotten" In other words you have been judged.
2007-05-02 08:56:11 · answer #8 · answered by SquirrelBait 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have your dad write to remind the teacher to add the missing grade, or have him drop in. If you earned it you have a right to it.
Good luck in school.
2007-05-02 09:00:48 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
do you know the saying " teachers don't give grades, you earn them"? i think it applies here. you must have done something wrong to get that grade. as for that assignment he forgets, tell your dad to write him a note saying he should turn the assignment into the gradebook.
2007-05-02 08:57:15 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋