Episode 20: This is What Happens When Everyone Gets an "A" (with Monte Syrie‪)‬ The Learner-Centered Collaborative Podcast

In this episode, high school English teacher Monte Syrie shares his experience and perspective on assessing student learning without traditional grading. Syrie discusses how he started "Project 180," where he gave every student an A at the beginning of the school year. He found that removing grades allowed him to focus on authentic learning and feedback. Students were motivated to learn for growth rather than a grade.

Syrie also opens up about feeling disillusioned with the education system. He explains how he continues to iterate on his teaching practice to create meaningful learning experiences, even when it means going against the status quo. Syrie believes relationships, relevance, and growth matter most. He challenges traditional notions of assessment and compliance. Overall, Syrie provides an insightful look into his journey to "teach better" every day.