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In a course-based setup, configure which grading methods (score-based or standards-based, or both) are to be applied to each course.In a subject-based setup, configure which grading methods (score-based or standards-based, or both) are to be applied to each subject and grade.
Teachers award numeric scores/letter grades for class tasks. Tasks may be grouped into grading categories with assigned weights (e.g., Homework – 30%, Tests – 70%).Score and a grade is calculated for each category.Final score for each subject/course and grading period is calculated either by combining scores from tasks or categories.Final grade for each subject/course and grading period can be calculated based on final score, using a separate grade scale if needed.
Teachers rate each standard to reflect a student’s level of understanding using a defined grade scale (e.g., 1-4, A-D, etc.).Admins define how grades for individual standards and parent standards are calculated (such as using an average, weighted average, or maximum of the child standards).Admins can also configure a mastery level - a threshold on the grade scale that indicates when a student is considered to have “mastered” a standard.A final subject/course grade for a grading period is calculated based on individual standard grades, using a separate grade scale if needed.
A math course might use score-based grading for tests and quizzes.A language course might use standards-based grading to track progress against writing and communication skills.You can also use both grading methods within a single subject/course. For instance, a science course might use standards-based grading to assess inquiry and lab skills and score-based grading for end-of-unit tests However, for the final course grade, only one grading method can be selected for each grading period - either score-based or standards-based.
Grading methodologies are used to evaluate student learning.
We support two approaches: score-based grading and standards-based grading. You can use either method or a combination of both, depending on how progress is tracked and reported.
Grading methodologies are configured at the school level but can be customized for specific subjects/courses.
In score-based grading, class assignments form the basis of evaluation. Each task carries a score/grade, which is then aggregated to determine overall performance.
In standards-based grading, student performance is evaluated directly against learning standards. Final grades are derived from the levels achieved on individual standards.
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What is score-based grading?
This method uses numeric or letter grades (e.g., 85/100, A, B+) to assess student performance.
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To learn more about how teachers can evaluate students using a score-based setup, check out .
What is standards-based grading?
This method evaluates how well students have mastered specific learning standards.
In this setup:
Can I use both?
Yes, you can use both score-based and subject-based grading. For example:
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