Competition und Grading

Relationships between students in the classroom can be either cooperative or competitive. In programs or courses where a degree is not being pursued or where grades are not given, there is usually a friendly exchange of information among students. Likewise, when courses are taken for credit only (i.e., the students will be graded either "pass" or "fail" only), students are willing to share notes and be helpful toward each other. However, in some courses, an individual's grades are calculated in relation to others' scores. Therefore, in classes where such a grading "curve" is used, students may be reluctant to share lecture notes or other information for fear that their own grades will suffer.

There are other reasons for the presence of competition among students. A high grade-point average (GPA) is needed for entrance to superior graduate schools. Students feel pressure to achieve high grades when there are relatively few openings in graduate programs. In addition, when facing a competitive job market, graduates may be hired largely on the basis of their grades and faculty recommendations. Generally, American students are fairly grade conscious and often look for ways to improve their GPA. Some instructors give students opportunities to do extra-credit assignments.

Occasionally, students disagree with the grade they have been given by their instructor. In this circumstance, if evidence is shown that the grade (whether for an exam or for the entire course) does not reflect the students' work, they may approach their professor with their objection and ask for a change in the grade. It is extremely important that students be polite and respectful (yet assertive) and not express anger.

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