Unfortunately I'm starting to see an influx of papers being turned in with no name on them. Not putting your name on a paper means I'm spending extra time finding out who owns the paper so that I can ensure everyone receives the proper grade and feedback. Putting a name on a paper is something that has been in practice since the very early grades and should just be a habit by 7th grade. A once-and-a-while mistake is something I can look past, but it's become much more frequent.
Yesterday I informed my 7th grade classes that I will now be taking 10 points off for no names on papers. Putting a name on a paper is just part of responsibility and a good habit of mind.
Yesterday I informed my 7th grade classes that I will now be taking 10 points off for no names on papers. Putting a name on a paper is just part of responsibility and a good habit of mind.