Perspective.

A former educator believes the K-12 grading system must be changed to reflect equity. He says that system, for the most part, has systemically retained achievement and opportunity gaps – even though they are thought to benefit students and be neutral – actually enable teachers’ unconscious biases to infect the system. On today’s Perspective, a look at ways to minimize any negative impact on learning, especially on students who are vulnerable. Guest: Joe Feldman, an author who has worked in education at the local and national levels for over 20 years as a teacher, principal and district administrator. Perspective is a weekly public affairs program hosted by Richard Baker, communications professor at Kansas State University. Perspective has been continuously produced for radio stations across the nation by K-State for well over six decades. The program has included interviews with dignitaries, authors and thought leaders from around the world. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to