Such strong language. I did pose it as a parenthetical question... Anyway, I think automated grading could work for anything math-based, as well as for some co

Such strong language. I did pose it as a parenthetical question... Anyway, I think automated grading could work for anything math-based, as well as for some computer programs. Consider that much of learning is done through homework and exercises that build upon previous exercises. I spent many hours learning by working through problems and checking my answers with an answer guide. (And being infuriated when I found mistakes in the answer guide!) Doing homework isn't a complete education, but it sure is a part of one. And yes, as long as the exercises are well designed, they make you able to think. Needless to say, grading essays and whatnot is another ballgame altogether.