Grades

[archbishopjabber]

I'm not sure if this is completely on the topic but... public education systems seem to have this idea that if they give people good grades by lowering the standards it means they are educating the students. I have seen with NYS Regents Exams that they have curved the tests to the point where someone of diminished mental capacity has no problem passing them. I think the grade system is valid but I think grades should be much more difficult to achieve. Students should not be worried about whether they are getting 98's or 99's but instead see it as an accomplishment if they are able to pass. This would simply mean much more difficult tests and rigorous grading standards. America is falling behind in terms of education big time, and we have some major catching up to do. If it means failing a large number of students then so be it, better to cut them loose then let them drag those who are motivated and talented down...