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1. How would you describe standards-based grading systems? - Ans A standard of grading that
tracks student progress towards and achievement of learning targets that are derived from
educa onal standards; grades reflect student mastery of the learning targets and are measured
on proficiency scales.
Which characteris cs apply to standards-based grading? - Ans - Scores are reflected on
proficiency scales
- Grades reflect student mastery of a learning target.
-Teachers tailor instruc on based on student achievement
Based on the percentage average of all grades or holis c grades - Ans tradi onal grading
system
Based on different proficiency levels of standards - Ans standard based grading system
Single grade given per course on report cards - Ans tradi onal grading system
Grade based on most recent evidence - Ans tradi onal grading system
what are the defining characteris cs of a standards-based grading system? - Ans 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 tradi onal
approaches that are built around an average percentage of assignments, le*er 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 por on of students in any given classroom.
Which explana on applies to the type of assessments used in a standards-based grading
system? - Ans 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, no ng that not all frac ons 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 subtrac ng frac ons. - Ans 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 a*aining goals and gaining confidence through
encouragement and guidance. - Ans Stakeholder
Unequivocal knowledge of instruc onal needs and useful interven ons for each student will
guide this stakeholder's future instruc on. - Ans Teacher
Knowing their expecta ons and level of proficiency allows this stakeholder to set personal
goals, make improvements with prac ce, demonstrate knowledge by mee ng expecta ons, and
persevere through challenges by con nued effort. - Ans Student
, Stakeholders need le*er grades to understand a student's academic performance. True of
false? - Ans 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 le*er 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 - Ans 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 mul ple mes at the school or district
level to determine the most accurate scores for individual students. - Ans False
Measurement statements are important enough to be assessed mul ple mes to determine
the most accurate scores for individual students. True or false? - Ans True
What purpose do focus statements and measurement topics serve in assessment? - Ans
Rewri ng academic standards as focus statements provides guidance for instruc ng students on
concepts and skills contained in the standard. These focus statements can be used to design
specific measurements topics used to create classroom assessments.
In standards-based assessment, what contains the important informa on from an unpacked
standard and is important enough to assess mul ple mes to determine student mastery?
Standard-Based Assessment Exam With complete
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1. How would you describe standards-based grading systems? - Ans A standard of grading that
tracks student progress towards and achievement of learning targets that are derived from
educa onal standards; grades reflect student mastery of the learning targets and are measured
on proficiency scales.
Which characteris cs apply to standards-based grading? - Ans - Scores are reflected on
proficiency scales
- Grades reflect student mastery of a learning target.
-Teachers tailor instruc on based on student achievement
Based on the percentage average of all grades or holis c grades - Ans tradi onal grading
system
Based on different proficiency levels of standards - Ans standard based grading system
Single grade given per course on report cards - Ans tradi onal grading system
Grade based on most recent evidence - Ans tradi onal grading system
what are the defining characteris cs of a standards-based grading system? - Ans 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 tradi onal
approaches that are built around an average percentage of assignments, le*er 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 por on of students in any given classroom.
Which explana on applies to the type of assessments used in a standards-based grading
system? - Ans 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, no ng that not all frac ons 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 subtrac ng frac ons. - Ans 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 a*aining goals and gaining confidence through
encouragement and guidance. - Ans Stakeholder
Unequivocal knowledge of instruc onal needs and useful interven ons for each student will
guide this stakeholder's future instruc on. - Ans Teacher
Knowing their expecta ons and level of proficiency allows this stakeholder to set personal
goals, make improvements with prac ce, demonstrate knowledge by mee ng expecta ons, and
persevere through challenges by con nued effort. - Ans Student
, Stakeholders need le*er grades to understand a student's academic performance. True of
false? - Ans 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 le*er 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 - Ans 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 mul ple mes at the school or district
level to determine the most accurate scores for individual students. - Ans False
Measurement statements are important enough to be assessed mul ple mes to determine
the most accurate scores for individual students. True or false? - Ans True
What purpose do focus statements and measurement topics serve in assessment? - Ans
Rewri ng academic standards as focus statements provides guidance for instruc ng students on
concepts and skills contained in the standard. These focus statements can be used to design
specific measurements topics used to create classroom assessments.
In standards-based assessment, what contains the important informa on from an unpacked
standard and is important enough to assess mul ple mes to determine student mastery?
