Understanding PB Levels and Grading

Annie Klopeck, the science department head at Beadle Middle School, presents a video on Amplify Science, scoring calibration, and grading. Amplify Science is a platform used to deliver content and meet standards, with assessments designed to evaluate students' understanding through PB levels. Scoring calibration involves aligning questions to PB levels, and grades are assigned based on the highest PB level achieved, rather than a traditional percentage. The video explains how this approach better reflects students' knowledge and how scores are converted into grades in Synergy.

What is the primary purpose of Amplify Science in the educational framework?

• To replace teachers in the classroom

• To deliver content and meet standards

• To provide entertainment for students

• To assess students' physical fitness

How many times are students assessed on their PB level during a 19-day unit?

• Four times

• Three times

• Twice

• Once

What does a PB level of three indicate about a student's understanding?

• Basic understanding

• Full explanatory understanding

• Partial understanding

• No understanding

What is the main difference between scoring calibration and traditional grading?

• Scoring calibration uses letter grades

• Traditional grading is based on attendance

• Traditional grading is more subjective

• Scoring calibration focuses on progress build levels

How does Amplify determine a student's overall PB level?

• By averaging all test scores

• Through teacher's discretion

• Using an algorithm based on correct answers

• By student self-assessment

What percentage is given to a student with a PB level of three?

• 77%

• 100%

• 93%

• 85%

What is the lowest grade a student can receive if they earn a PB level of zero?

• 75%

• 60%

• 69%

• 50%

Why is the traditional grade scale being replaced?

• It is too lenient

• It does not accurately reflect student knowledge

• It is outdated

• It is too complicated

How are PB levels converted into points for Synergy?

• Teachers decide the points and use simple math

• Points are based on attendance

• Students choose their own points

• Points are randomly assigned

What should a student do if they have questions about the grading process?

• Ignore them

• Wait until the next class

• Search online

• Ask their science teacher