Understanding Grading Policies Quiz

What percentage of the grade do summative assessments count for?

• 40%

• 50%

• 60%

• 70%

Answer explanation

Summative assessments account for 60% of the overall grade, making this the correct choice. This percentage reflects their significant role in evaluating student performance.

If a student submits an assignment late and originally scored 85%, what will be the adjusted score after the late penalty is applied?

• 68%

• 70%

• 72%

• 76%

Answer explanation

The late penalty is typically a percentage deduction. If we assume a 20% penalty, the adjusted score would be 85% - (20% of 85%), which equals 68%. Therefore, the correct answer is 68%.

What is the consequence of submitting work after the unit summative assessment? (Choose two.)

• The work is accepted with a late penalty.

• The work is not accepted.

• The work is accepted without penalty.

• The work is graded as zero.

Answer explanation

Submitting work after the unit summative assessment results in the work not being accepted. This policy emphasizes the importance of meeting deadlines and maintaining academic integrity.

How often are grades synced from Schoology to Infinite Campus?

• Daily

• Quarterly

• Every Monday

• Monthly

Answer explanation

Grades are synced from Schoology to Infinite Campus every Monday, ensuring that updates are made consistently at the start of each week.

Makeup work due dates are extended by the number of school days absent. If a student was absent on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday with an excused absence, and he returns on the following Monday, when is the due date for his makeup work (if there are no holidays)?

• the next day

• Late work is not accepted for excused absences.

• the last Friday of the grading period

• Friday of the same week

Answer explanation

The student has 3 days of absence plus 2 additional days to submit the make-up work, totaling 5 days. Therefore, the correct answer is 5 days.

What is the primary purpose of formative assignments? (choose two)

• To increase the overall grade average

• To prepare for summative assessments

• To acquire knowledge and skills

• To replace summative assessments

Answer explanation

The primary purpose of formative assignments is to prepare for summative assessments. They help students practice and understand the material, ensuring they are ready for the final evaluations.

If a student has a formative average of 70% and a summative average of 90%, what is the weighted average?

• 80%

• 81%

• 82%

• 83%

Answer explanation

To find the weighted average, use the calculation:

(70% * 0.4) + (90% * 0.6) = 28% + 54% = 82%. Since the weights are 40% for formative and 60% for summative, the correct average is 82%.

What is the penalty for late work submission?

• 10% reduction

• 15% reduction

• 20% reduction

• 25% reduction

Answer explanation

The penalty for late work submission is a 20% reduction in the grade. This means that if a student submits their work after the deadline, their score will be decreased by 20% from the total possible points.

If a student has an excused absence for one day, what is their responsibility regarding previously assigned lessons or tests? (choose two)

• They are excused from all responsibilities.

• Assignments are due on the original due date.

• They have an extra week to complete them.

• The student will take the test on the day of return or originally scheduled test date.

Answer explanation

The correct choice is that students must complete previously assigned lessons or tests as originally scheduled or on the day of their return. An excused absence does not exempt them from their academic responsibilities.