On Your Mark: Challenging the Conventions of Grading and Reporting (A book for K-12 assessment policies and practices) (Essentials for Principals)

Are traditional grading and reporting practices holding back your students? Introducing "On Your Mark: Challenging the Conventions of Grading and Reporting" - the essential guide for K-12 teachers and administrators looking to create a learning environment where students can truly thrive. This groundbreaking book offers research-based strategies to implement effective grading and reporting practices that accurately inform stakeholders of student progress.

Why settle for outdated grading methods that don't fully reflect student achievement? With "On Your Mark," you'll question traditional practices and discover the purpose of grades. Craft a vision aligned with this purpose, and ensure your school and classroom policies support accurate assessment practices.

Don't let inaccurate grading hinder your students' future success and opportunities. Chapter by chapter, this book challenges the use of percentage grades, plus and minus grades, bell-shaped grade distributions, and more. You'll also learn why grading on a curve or offering half-grade increments can undermine true evaluation of student performance.

With "On Your Mark," you'll gain a comprehensive understanding of grading and reporting policies that truly support students, parents, and other stakeholders. Say goodbye to mathematical algorithms and single grades that fail to provide a complete picture of student learning. It's time to revolutionize your approach to assessment and ensure accurate, useful accounts of student achievement.

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