202. What to Do When Your Students Fail the Test

Raise your hand if you"ve been called “the mean teacher” for holding firm on test policies! In this episode, we dive into what to do when students fail a test, from deciding on retakes or corrections to analyzing trends in student performance and reteaching where needed. You’ll hear practical tips for breaking down assessments by concept, setting up your gradebook to support real learning, and keeping clear boundaries that help students succeed without sacrificing your sanity. ➡️ Show Notes: https://itsnotrocketscienceclassroom.com/episode202 Resources:Assessments virtual PD courseINRS complete unitsNEW: Secondary Science Simplified episodes by topicDownload your FREE Classroom Reset Challenge.Take the Free Labs When Limited virtual PD courseSend me a DM on Instagram: @its.not.rocket.scienceSend me an email: rebecca@itsnotrocketscienceclassroom.com  Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts. Related Episodes:Episode 103, Authentic Assessments: How to Ass Students in a Way That Actually Matters Episode 123, What to Do When You Care More Than Your Students DoEpisode 145, How to Build Resilience in Students Post-PandemicEpisode 155, How to Create Active and Accountable Learners in Your Secondary Science Classroom 4 FREE Halloween-themed resources specifically for high school science - 1 for biology, 1 for chemistry, 1 for anatomy, and 1 for physics.  Be sure to grab them at https://itsnotrocketscienceclassroom.com/halloween/