Document Type
Conference Paper
Publication Date
2026
Abstract
In this poster, we describe the implementation of an exam retake model using specifications grading for math courses taken by non-STEM majors. This system was implemented by two faculty members over three years in two sequential courses. During that time, we tried several versions of allowed retakes, with varying restrictions on partial credit. Some of the challenges that we faced were scaling the system for use by different faculty members and with different courses, managing faculty workload on writing and grading multiple exams, and managing student expectations.
Recommended Citation
Hird, J. T. & McClain, C. (2026). Test Retakes in Introductory Math Courses. In Proceedings of the 2026 Scholarly Teaching Conference at West Virginia University (pp. 1-3).
Included in
Algebra Commons, Scholarship of Teaching and Learning Commons, Science and Mathematics Education Commons