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  Case: Transitioning from Standards Based to Numerical Grades
Going from second to third grade is such a big transition. Up until now, students and parents have only been exposed to one form a grading, which is standards based. All of a sudden, the work load changes, and they way students are assessed is more intense. For some, this is the first time a parent may see a F on their child's assignment, or report card, in their entire life. What are some ways to make this transition a bit smoother?
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Under standards-based grading, you could try a hybrid system. You could try assigning your standards-based grading feedback a number that is between 0 and 100. I really do not like this, but it does connect with parents better. Just a little background about myself, I am on the district's standards-based grading council in a district that does use standards-based grading for K-12. We assign a 100 for complete mastery, an 89 for good but not able to teach the standard, a 75 for learning but still needs improvement for mastery, and a 60 for a lack of mastery.
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: I think the background knowledge of this post is great and possibly a solution that would fit your needs.
Rated On: March 7, 2016 2:58 am
Rated By: BesuVy
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: Great idea!
Rated On: October 8, 2018 3:04 am
Rated By: ByGeDa