D184 STUDY GUIDE QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS WITH COMPLETE
SOLUTIONS 100% CORRECT RATED A+
1. How would you describe standards-based grading systems?
a. A grading system calculated using total accumulated points and percentages,
incorporating effort and extra credit
b. A standard of grading that tracks student progress towards and achievement of
learning targets derived from educational standards, where grades reflect student
mastery measured on proficiency scales ✔✔
c. A curved grading system that ranks student performance relative to the average
score of the rest of the class
d. A written narrative evaluation provided at the end of a term in place of scores or
rubrics
Answer: A standard of grading that tracks student progress towards and
achievement of learning targets that are derived from educational standards; grades
reflect student mastery of the learning targets and are measured on proficiency
scales. ✔✔
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Which characteristics apply to standards-based grading?
a. Scores are reflected on proficiency scales ✔✔
b. Grades reflect student mastery of a learning target ✔✔
c. Teachers tailor instruction based on student achievement ✔✔
d. Grades are determined by averaging all assignment percentages together
Answer: Scores are reflected on proficiency scales; Grades reflect student mastery
of a learning target; Teachers tailor instruction based on student achievement. ✔✔
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Grades are based on the percentage average of all assignments or holistic
overall scores:
a. Traditional grading system ✔✔
b. Standards-based grading system
Answer: Traditional grading system ✔✔
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Grades are based on different proficiency levels associated with specific
standards:
a. Traditional grading system
b. Standards-based grading system ✔✔
,Answer: Standards-based grading system ✔✔
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A single, overall letter grade is given per course on end-of-term report cards:
a. Traditional grading system ✔✔
b. Standards-based grading system
Answer: Traditional grading system ✔✔
Grade based on most recent evidence -ANSWER ✔✔traditional grading system
what are the defining characteristics of a standards-based grading system? -
ANSWER ✔✔Standards-based grading is built around achievement level goals
that are based on content-specific benchmarks within academic subjects. A
standards-based approach differs from traditional approaches that are built around
an average percentage of assignments, letter grades, or students' rank of
performance against the rest of the class. A standards-based system is highly
beneficial to the student because teaching and learning can be fine-tuned to the
needs of each student rather than only a portion of students in any given classroom.
Which explanation applies to the type of assessments used in a standards-based
grading system? -ANSWER ✔✔Criterion-based assessments are used because
students are measured against a learning target (criterion) derived from an
academic standard.
Which teacher approach would be most appropriate in a standards-based grading
system?
A. The teacher notes that the student is proficient by marking a "3" on the four-
point proficiency scale for the assessment, noting that not all fractions have unlike
denominators.
B. The teacher notes that the student is not proficient by marking the assessment a
"2" on the four-point proficiency scale and provides support to the student to help
her learn how to find least common denominators.
C. The teacher encourages the student to complete an extra-credit assignment by
making a video about why math can be fun to offset the poor grade earned on the
assessment.
D. The teacher scores the assessment and gives the student a grade of 34 percent
and urges the student to reread the chapter in the textbook about adding and
subtracting fractions. -ANSWER ✔✔B. The teacher notes that the student is not
proficient by marking the assessment a "2" on the four-point proficiency scale and
, provides support to the student to help her learn how to find least common
denominators.
With a clear understanding of student knowledge and next steps for progress, this
stakeholder is empowered to support the student in attaining goals and gaining
confidence through encouragement and guidance. -ANSWER ✔✔Stakeholder
Unequivocal knowledge of instructional needs and useful interventions for each
student will guide this stakeholder's future instruction. -ANSWER ✔✔Teacher
Knowing their expectations and level of proficiency allows this stakeholder to set
personal goals, make improvements with practice, demonstrate knowledge by
meeting expectations, and persevere through challenges by continued effort. -
ANSWER ✔✔Student
Stakeholders need letter grades to understand a student's academic performance.
True of false? -ANSWER ✔✔False
Which teacher response would help the parent understand standards-based grading
report cards?
A. Sympathize with the parent and share the challenges they are having with
standards-based grading so the parent knows it is a difficult system for everyone
B. Review the report card and standards with the parent, explaining how the
standards are assessed and clarifying the grading scale that is used
C. Provide the parent with a percentage and letter grade equivalent for each subject
area every nine weeks
D. Explain to the parent that if their child has the highest number on the grading
scale, it is the same as having an A -ANSWER ✔✔B. Review the report card and
standards with the parent, explaining how the standards are assessed and clarifying
the grading scale that is used
True or False
Focus statements are important enough to be assessed multiple times at the school
or district level to determine the most accurate scores for individual students. -
ANSWER ✔✔False
Measurement statements are important enough to be assessed multiple times to
determine the most accurate scores for individual students. True or false? -
ANSWER ✔✔True
ANSWERS WITH COMPLETE
SOLUTIONS 100% CORRECT RATED A+
1. How would you describe standards-based grading systems?
a. A grading system calculated using total accumulated points and percentages,
incorporating effort and extra credit
b. A standard of grading that tracks student progress towards and achievement of
learning targets derived from educational standards, where grades reflect student
mastery measured on proficiency scales ✔✔
c. A curved grading system that ranks student performance relative to the average
score of the rest of the class
d. A written narrative evaluation provided at the end of a term in place of scores or
rubrics
Answer: A standard of grading that tracks student progress towards and
achievement of learning targets that are derived from educational standards; grades
reflect student mastery of the learning targets and are measured on proficiency
scales. ✔✔
═════════════════════════════════════════════
Which characteristics apply to standards-based grading?
a. Scores are reflected on proficiency scales ✔✔
b. Grades reflect student mastery of a learning target ✔✔
c. Teachers tailor instruction based on student achievement ✔✔
d. Grades are determined by averaging all assignment percentages together
Answer: Scores are reflected on proficiency scales; Grades reflect student mastery
of a learning target; Teachers tailor instruction based on student achievement. ✔✔
═════════════════════════════════════════════
Grades are based on the percentage average of all assignments or holistic
overall scores:
a. Traditional grading system ✔✔
b. Standards-based grading system
Answer: Traditional grading system ✔✔
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Grades are based on different proficiency levels associated with specific
standards:
a. Traditional grading system
b. Standards-based grading system ✔✔
,Answer: Standards-based grading system ✔✔
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A single, overall letter grade is given per course on end-of-term report cards:
a. Traditional grading system ✔✔
b. Standards-based grading system
Answer: Traditional grading system ✔✔
Grade based on most recent evidence -ANSWER ✔✔traditional grading system
what are the defining characteristics of a standards-based grading system? -
ANSWER ✔✔Standards-based grading is built around achievement level goals
that are based on content-specific benchmarks within academic subjects. A
standards-based approach differs from traditional approaches that are built around
an average percentage of assignments, letter grades, or students' rank of
performance against the rest of the class. A standards-based system is highly
beneficial to the student because teaching and learning can be fine-tuned to the
needs of each student rather than only a portion of students in any given classroom.
Which explanation applies to the type of assessments used in a standards-based
grading system? -ANSWER ✔✔Criterion-based assessments are used because
students are measured against a learning target (criterion) derived from an
academic standard.
Which teacher approach would be most appropriate in a standards-based grading
system?
A. The teacher notes that the student is proficient by marking a "3" on the four-
point proficiency scale for the assessment, noting that not all fractions have unlike
denominators.
B. The teacher notes that the student is not proficient by marking the assessment a
"2" on the four-point proficiency scale and provides support to the student to help
her learn how to find least common denominators.
C. The teacher encourages the student to complete an extra-credit assignment by
making a video about why math can be fun to offset the poor grade earned on the
assessment.
D. The teacher scores the assessment and gives the student a grade of 34 percent
and urges the student to reread the chapter in the textbook about adding and
subtracting fractions. -ANSWER ✔✔B. The teacher notes that the student is not
proficient by marking the assessment a "2" on the four-point proficiency scale and
, provides support to the student to help her learn how to find least common
denominators.
With a clear understanding of student knowledge and next steps for progress, this
stakeholder is empowered to support the student in attaining goals and gaining
confidence through encouragement and guidance. -ANSWER ✔✔Stakeholder
Unequivocal knowledge of instructional needs and useful interventions for each
student will guide this stakeholder's future instruction. -ANSWER ✔✔Teacher
Knowing their expectations and level of proficiency allows this stakeholder to set
personal goals, make improvements with practice, demonstrate knowledge by
meeting expectations, and persevere through challenges by continued effort. -
ANSWER ✔✔Student
Stakeholders need letter grades to understand a student's academic performance.
True of false? -ANSWER ✔✔False
Which teacher response would help the parent understand standards-based grading
report cards?
A. Sympathize with the parent and share the challenges they are having with
standards-based grading so the parent knows it is a difficult system for everyone
B. Review the report card and standards with the parent, explaining how the
standards are assessed and clarifying the grading scale that is used
C. Provide the parent with a percentage and letter grade equivalent for each subject
area every nine weeks
D. Explain to the parent that if their child has the highest number on the grading
scale, it is the same as having an A -ANSWER ✔✔B. Review the report card and
standards with the parent, explaining how the standards are assessed and clarifying
the grading scale that is used
True or False
Focus statements are important enough to be assessed multiple times at the school
or district level to determine the most accurate scores for individual students. -
ANSWER ✔✔False
Measurement statements are important enough to be assessed multiple times to
determine the most accurate scores for individual students. True or false? -
ANSWER ✔✔True
