As it turned out, the feedback spreadsheet was much more than a tidy graphic feature; it fundamentally altered the dynamic of the classroom. Once again, the use of technology made the classroom more human by facilitating one-on-one interactions; by letting the teacher know who needed her attention most. Even better, a student who had already mastered a particular concept could be paired with one who was struggling. Or two students, stuck in the same place, could work together to get past their common hurdle. In all of these instances, the clear emphasis would be on quality, helping
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