**** ETNI on the web http://www.etni.org.il http://www.etni.org **** -------- Original Message -------- Subject: One test per semester? From: "Rachelle Borenstein" <rnab1@xxxxxxxxxxxx> Continuing Batya's train of thought, what do you do when you're thrown another curveball? Our school is trying to create a system with less pressure and wants to have one test per semester in every subject, and if need be, a few quizzes. Until now, the English staff have had three tests per semester, dictations, book reports, participation/homework, etc. as part of our grading system to alleviate the pressure from "tests only". We've agreed that we could cut down to two tests per semester + smaller tasks but certain members of the administration feel that English is no different than other subjects and should only have one test in 5 months. Question: Do you think it's realistic in high school to have only 1 test per semester? I'm looking for your opinions so I can go back to the administration with the feedback of other English teachers. Thanks, Rachelle ##### To send a message to the ETNI list email: etni@xxxxxxxxxxxxx ##### ##### Send queries and questions to: ask@xxxxxxxx #####