A Parents' Guide to Grading and Reporting: Being Clear about What Matters

The United States educational system has a strong tradition and emotion tied to grading, with many grades having serious consequences for a student's future. More schools are transitioning their grading practices away from traditional points and percentages and towards 21st-century grading practices such as standards-based grading and proficiency-based grading. This book helps parents and guardians understand 21st-century grading and assessment, including how education has changed, the limits of electronic gradebooks and report cards, the benefits of standards-based gradebooks and report cards, and how 21st-century grading and assessment benefits their students.

Format: Hardback
Length: 102 pages
Publication date: 15 September 2023
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

The United States educational system is deeply rooted in tradition and emotion when it comes to grading. The concept of grades, their meaning, and implications have been widely accepted by adults, as they hold significant consequences for a student's future career and earnings. Whether driven by the impact of the COVID-19 global pandemic or as a means to challenge the status quo, an increasing number of schools are shifting their grading practices away from traditional point and percentage systems towards modern approaches such as standards-based grading and proficiency-based grading.

The primary objective of this book is to provide parents and guardians with a comprehensive understanding of 21st-century grading and assessment. By empowering readers with knowledge, this book aims to enhance collaboration between parents and educators in identifying students' strengths and areas for improvement. Specifically, this book seeks to assist parents and guardians in the following ways:

1. Gain insights into how education has evolved since their own school days.
2. Recognize the limitations of information typically communicated through electronic gradebooks and report cards.
3. Appreciate the valuable information conveyed through standards-based gradebooks and report cards.
4. Identify the benefits of 21st-century grading and assessment in supporting their student's learning and development.

In conclusion, the United States educational system is characterized by a strong tradition and emotional attachment to grading. However, as the world continues to evolve, it is essential for parents and guardians to stay informed about modern grading practices and their implications for students. By leveraging the insights provided in this book, parents and guardians can become better partners with educators, fostering a supportive environment that promotes student growth and success.

Weight: 445g
Dimension: 262 x 183 x 13 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781475868012