Proper Testing or Student Performance

Suppose a parent of one of your students called you today to complain about his/her child's poor performance on your classroom tests. The parent concludes by asking you, "Just how sure are you the fault is in my child and not in your tests?" How would you respond to this parent? What would you think about? Justify your response. I would respond to the parent positively. I would be a little offended, but I am able to take criticism. It could possibly be my tests. Or it could be a combination of both my tests and the student. I would offer a conference to discuss issues in detail. I am already aware of all of my student's academics abilities, personalities, and peer interactions. I keep all of my student's work and I am able to show parents their child's work. I'd let the parent know I offer tutorials on Thursdays. I'd offer the parent to come sit in on a class session. I would try to the best of my ability to resolve the situation in a positive manner.