Standards-Based Grading Practices

Annie Pettit, a math teacher at Van Meter, explains her approach to standards-based grading in advanced math and geometry classes. She describes how she writes standards in kid-friendly language, uses a consistent grading scale, and implements assessment and reassessment policies. Practice problems are used for feedback, not grading, and students must complete all homework to reassess. Final grades are calculated using a median of multiple assessments, and communication with parents and students is emphasized.

What was the first step Annie Pettit took when starting with standards-based grading?

• She designed new tests.

• She created a new grading scale.

• She contacted other teachers and read blogs.

• She held a meeting with parents.

In which classes does Annie Pettit use standards-based grading?

• Algebra and Calculus

• Advanced Math and Geometry

• Statistics and Trigonometry

• Physics and Chemistry

How are the standards presented to students in advanced math?

• Only during tests

• At the beginning of each semester

• One chapter at a time

• At the end of each semester

What does a 'C' grade represent in the Van Meter District's grading scale?

• Proficient

• Below Average

• Excellent

• Fail

What is the maximum number of standards Annie Pettit includes on any test?

• Two

• Five

• Three

• Four

What is the main benefit of using a kid-friendly scale?

• It simplifies grading for teachers.

• It helps students understand their progress.

• It reduces the number of tests.

• It increases student motivation.

What tool does Annie Pettit use to record student scores?

• Google Sheets

• Excel

• Schoology

• Active Grade

What is the main focus of the reassessment policy?

• To allow unlimited attempts

• To ensure all homework is completed

• To provide extra practice

• To reduce test anxiety

What happens if a student scores more than 70% on practice problems in geometry?

• They receive extra credit.

• They must redo the problems.

• They are exempt from the next test.

• They get a check in the grade book.

What is the role of practice problems in geometry?

• They count towards the final grade.

• They are used for extra credit.

• They are optional.

• They help students prepare but don't affect grades.