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4.0 GPA scale vs. 5.0 GPA scale

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PhilboydStudge
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For a project in one of my classes, the group I'm in is trying to change the 4.0 GPA scale we have at my high school to a 5.0 scale, where Honors and AP classes would be weighted. We have to present this to the principal and the school board, and therefore need a good argument that refutes any reasons for having a 4.0 scale.

So, what are some reasons we should have a 4.0 scale, or why do you think we should? Also, any input on why a 5.0 system would work would be great too.
Feb 8 2010 7:02PM
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Jahaws
Posts: 632 - Karma: 508
I have no idea what scale my school goes on all I know is that AP Classes are weighted 1.25x the grade you get in the class. Example 80%=100% in the class
Feb 9 2010 12:22AM
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smooticus
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Oh i realize how retarded high school is, i took those classes because i actually wanted to learn. I dont mean to sound like a dick, but i take joy from understanding things, like weather and how people think. Now if i had known that colleges dont really give a fuck that i took those classes, i wouldnt have taken them. I was misled by the school. Your totally right, thats why i think that there should be more incentive for taking those classes.
Feb 9 2010 1:03AM
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Dustin.
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Every school I applied too made it clear that they didn't give a crap what your weighted GPA was.  It's pointless.  Believe it or not, their selection boards can distinguish between AP, honors, and regular classes when they read your transcript.
Feb 9 2010 1:10AM
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selkirks
Posts: 1978 - Karma: 59
Yeah my school is essentially the same. Apparently our regular classes are equal with our local public schools' honors classes. The rigors of a college preparatory curriculum.
Feb 9 2010 2:00AM
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Fucktown
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Should be graded on an 8.0 scale. Or 4.0 as follows

A-4

B-3.5

C-3

D-2.5

F-0-2

To reflect what actual percentage you're getting. Instead of just a small glimpse of a scale represented as a 0-100% by the scale starting at 0. And because kids who really don't get the subject and fail a class deserve some credit for going everyday and trying to pass the class (this is in HS at least... college I don't agree, as prerequisites are more pivotal in advancement/progression)

Feb 9 2010 2:11AM
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