189. True Life: I Grade Everything and Because of It, I Have No Life
Update: 2025-06-30
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If grading has taken over your life, this final episode in the True Life Teacher Confession series is here to help. I’m unpacking the hidden costs of grading everything, challenging the belief that every assignment needs a grade, and sharing mindset shifts and practical strategies to help you reclaim your time. From setting clear grading boundaries to building a classroom culture where students stay accountable without constant grading, this episode is your first step toward a more sustainable teaching life!
➡️ Show Notes: https://itsnotrocketscienceclassroom.com/episode189
Resources:
- Culture Mini-Course
- Secondary Science Simplified Bundle
- Download your FREE Classroom Reset Challenge.
- Take the Free Labs When Limited virtual PD course
- Send me a DM on Instagram: @its.not.rocket.science
- Send me an email: rebecca@itsnotrocketscienceclassroom.com
- Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts.
Related Episodes:
- Episode 64, How to Re-Engage Apathetic Students (And Manage Your Own Apathy!)
- Episode 123, What to Do When You Care More Than Your Students Do
- Episode 145, How to Build Resilience in Students Post-Pandemic
- Episode 155, How to Create Active and Accountable Learners in Your Secondary Science Classroom
- Episode 160, 4 Proven Tips to INSTANTLY Decrease Your Grading Time
- Episode 187, True Life: I’m Drowning
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