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Education - Grading From the Inside Out: Bringing Accuracy to Student Assessment Through a Standards-Based Mindset (How to Give Students Full Credit for Their Knowledge)

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Book Synopsis: The time for grading reform is now. While the transition to standards-based practices may be challenging, it is essential for effective instruction and assessment. In this practical guide, the author outlines specific steps your team can take to transform grading and reporting schoolwide. Each chapter includes examples of grading dilemmas, vignettes from teachers and administrators, and ideas for bringing parents on board with change.

Benefits: Study the three components of the standards-based mindset that are reforming traditional grading practices. Debunk five myths about standards-based grading. Contemplate the hazards of punitive grading, and discover alternative ways to manage the issue of homework. Consider questions that will challenge traditional thoughts on grading and help clarify next steps.

Contents:
Chapter 1: The Modern Assessment Paradigm
Chapter 2: Accuracy and Confidence Our Grading True North
Chapter 3: Five Myths of Standards-Based Grading
Chapter 4: The Standards-Based Mindset
Chapter 5: How to Give Students Full Credit for What They Know
Chapter 6: How to Repurpose Homework
Chapter 7: How to Redefine Accountability
Chapter 8: How to Use Levels of Proficiency
Chapter 9: How to Teach and Assess Student Attributes and Competencies
Chapter 10: How to Use Standards-Based Reporting
Afterword: How to Navigate the Road Ahead

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Are you tired of traditional grading practices that don't accurately measure student knowledge? It's time for a change. Introducing "Grading From the Inside Out: Bringing Accuracy to Student Assessment Through a Standards-Based Mindset." This practical guide will help you transform grading and reporting schoolwide, ensuring that students receive full credit for what they know.

With the transition to standards-based practices, you'll discover a new way to approach grading and assessment. Say goodbye to the myths surrounding traditional grading and embrace a standards-based mindset. This book will debunk these myths and provide you with concrete steps to implement effective grading reform.

One common issue faced by teachers is the management of homework. "Grading From the Inside Out" offers alternative ways to approach homework and ensure that it contributes to accurate assessment. Explore the hazards of punitive grading and how it can negatively impact students. Discover new methods to redefine accountability and create a fairer grading system.

This book is not just a theoretical exploration; it offers practical examples, vignettes from teachers and administrators, and ideas for involving parents in the change process. By challenging traditional thoughts on grading, you'll be able to clarify the next steps for your school and create a more effective assessment paradigm.

If you're ready to bring accuracy to student assessment and transform your grading practices, "Grading From the Inside Out" is the resource you need. Get your copy today and start implementing the three components of the standards-based mindset. Give your students the credit they deserve for their knowledge.

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