A simplified visualization of grade inflation, from data supplied by Steve Johnson.
Steve.
These data parallel nearly perfectly the changes in our student profile during the same years. They suggest that the institution has not "compensated" for the increased capacity of our students, with higher standards and expectations for them.
Steve
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Steven J. Gilbert, Ph.D.
Professor of Psychology & Department Chair
State University of New York, College at Oneonta
Phone: 607-436-2557; Office: FITZ 127A
Office Hours: MW 1:00; T 10:00; Th 11:00
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For a visual representation of the data Jim sent earlier today, see the chart I have attached. I excluded the years that didn't have +/-.
