Hi Timothy: I think frequent sharing of grades is important for several reasons. There's the academic purpose, which gives students up to date information regarding assignment, paper, lab, attendance, test and quiz points. We can also use the time to try to relate to the student in a more "advisor" sense; listening for what their difficulties are, opinions about the class, and even things going on outside of class in their lives. We can encourage, support, offer assistance, give advice and suggestions, and in doing so, demonstrate that we care about their success - both in class and in their lives. Trust and respect are likely to be effective side effects from these frequest "chats". It does extra time, but I can tell you that it's what makes memorable teachers years later in the memories of students. Regards, Barry