I see students that wait to be invited to grade (they usually have the best attendance and effort), students that expect to grade once they have done the minimum time / number of classes and the occasional student that expects be be given something for nothing (i.e. asking me if he didn't deserve a higher grade than the one he tested for after missing 6 months of class since his grading).
For me, the most important factor in determining who is eliglbe to grade besides actually learning the material is to show continuous commitment by attending regularly and working hard. Someone could have completed enough classes but if they show up only once evey 2-3 weeks or less I won't grade them, they aren't ready. I find that I am more lenient for beginniers 10-8th Kyu, and expect much more from my seniors (5-1st Kyu) when it comes to attendance, helping with the dojo etc.
I don't yet have regular grading dates such as every 3 or 6 months. I have often considered this and wondered if it would be of benefit or not. Any feedback on the idea? Right now when I have a few students that I feel are ready, I set a date for grading.
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