E197

Ep 197: The Art of Grading: Feedback That Fuels Growth

From New Teacher Talk · Hosted by Elizabeth Wilkins & Anna Quinzio-Zafran

2026-03-16·1420

Episode summary

In this episode of New Teacher Talk: Grading is one of the most time-consuming parts of teaching, but it doesn't have to be soul-crushing. In this episode, Dr. Beth and Dr.

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Grading is one of the most time-consuming parts of teaching, but it doesn't have to be soul-crushing. In this episode, Dr. Beth and Dr. Anna unpack the difference between grading and feedback, explore how to make your grading practices more sustainable, and share strategies for giving students the kind of feedback that actually moves learning forward. From rubrics that work to comment shortcuts that save time, this conversation is a must-listen for any teacher drowning in a sea of papers. HASHTAGS: #GradingTips #TeacherFeedback #NewTeacherTalk #TeacherPodcast #SustainableTeaching #Assessment #TeacherTips