Want to know one thing that is not very gameful? Grades.

If you go all in with a gameful curriculum you will look for alternative methods of assessment. Ungrading refers to an alternative approach to evaluating student learning that does not rely on traditional letter grades or numerical scores. By removing the emphasis on grades and focusing instead on student progress and improvement, ungrading supports student autonomy and self-determination, and can lead to a more engaging and effective learning experience for all students.

Examples of how to implement ungrading:

• Provide regular and specific feedback to students on their progress and growth
• Offer opportunities for self-reflection and self-evaluation
• Encourage students to set their own goals and track their progress towards those goals
• Offer a variety of ways for students to demonstrate their learning and progress, such as portfolios, presentations, or projects
• Foster a growth mindset by emphasizing the process of learning over the outcome or the grade.

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