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ERIC Number: EJ289677
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1983
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Grade Inflation--How Great? What Are the Concerns of Parents, Educators?
Andrews, Arthur
NASSP Bulletin, v67 n466 p81-88 Nov 1983
This essay cites data on the magnitude of grade inflation and outlines problems perceived by the public and educators. Grade inflation is judged a social condition that damages educators' morale, students' motivation, and public confidence in education. Leadership from principals and teachers and the cooperation of colleges are urged. (MJL)
Descriptors: Academic Standards, Administrator Responsibility, College Admission, Educational Quality, Grade Inflation, Public Opinion, Secondary Education, Student Motivation, Teacher Attitudes
Publication Type: Opinion Papers; Journal Articles
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Language: English
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