- Washington Middle School
- Grading/Homework Policy & Learning Goals
Elam, Aneska - PLTW
Homework/Grading Policy & Learning Goals
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All classes will follow the same grading scale:
Summative Projects: 70% of class grade
Daily Assignments & Classwork: 30% of class grade
Online Learning & Homework: Students should expect 1 - 2 hours of work for each scheduled online learning day. Online learning and in-person learning will follow the same grading scale as listed above. All online learning lessons, assignments and homework reminders will be posted on our Google Classroom page.
To see your overall grade for my class, please use your Q account. Our secrateries can help students and parents log into those accounts by contacting them at Washington MS
Learning Goals for each Grade Level
7th Grade Goals
Our Classroom Learning Goals
Students will:
1. Ask questions and define problems
2. Define criteria and constraints of a design problem
3. Design & Evaluate solutions for design problems through writing, sketching, solid modeling & mathematical models
4. Develop models, both physically and in a cad program, for solutions created to problems
5. Participate effectively in conversations and collaborations with all classmates
6th Grade Goals
Our Classroom Learning Goals
Students will:
- Develop touch-keyboarding skills with speed and accuracy
- Build basic knowledge of creating, formatting, saving and editing documents on a network
- Build skills around digital wellness and safety
- Participate effectively in conversations and collaborations with all classmates
8th Grade Goals
Our Classroom Learning Goals
Students will:
- Trace the history, development and influence of automation and robotics
- Create mechanical systems that transfer energy to create machine automation
- Develop coding skills to control mechanical builds
- Participate effectively in conversations and collaborations with all classmates
Please contact me with any questions!
aelam@mcpsmt.org