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James H. Foster

James H. Foster

James H. Foster was an influential American farmer and politician who played a significant role in the early development of Wisconsin. As a pioneer in the state, he was deeply involved in local governance, serving as a member of both the Wisconsin State Assembly and the State Senate during the late 19th century. His political career spanned several years, during which he represented Winnebago County, contributing to the shaping of policies that would impact the region's growth and development. Foster's legacy is marked by his commitment to the Republican Party and his efforts to promote agricultural interests in Wisconsin. His work in the state legislature reflected the concerns of his constituents and the challenges faced by farmers during a time of significant change in American society. Though not as widely recognized as some of his contemporaries, Foster's contributions to Wisconsin's political landscape and his role as a pioneer farmer underscore the importance of local leadership in the state's history.

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James Hervey Foster (August 3, 1827 – August 11, 1907) was an American farmer, Republican politician, and Wisconsin pion...

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“This view of motivation, where students invest effort to get good at something, is often seen in out-of-school contexts – learning so as to be a dancer, a musician, a gamer. When in-school experiences lack this sense of purpose, it is most often because of dreary content and grading practices that reward compliance rather than learning. The measurement literature is replete with studies documenting the mixture of considerations that go into teachers’ grades. The majority of teachers use points and grades to “motivate” their students. Contrary to their intentions, this leads to the com-modification of learning and fosters a performance orientation rather than a mastery or learning orientation.””

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“This view of motivation, where students invest effort to get good at something, is often seen in out-of-school contexts – learning so as to be a dancer, a musician, a gamer. When in-school experiences lack this sense of purpose, it is most often because of dreary content and grading practices that reward compliance rather than learning. The measurement literature is replete with studies documenting the mixture of considerations that go into teachers’ grades. The majority of teachers use points and grades to “motivate” their students. Contrary to their intentions, this leads to the com-modification of learning and fosters a performance orientation rather than a mastery or learning orientation.””

Sage Handbook of Research on Classroom Assessment

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