Understanding grading reform is one thing. Applying it in a chemistry lab or music ensemble is another. Editors Matt Townsley and Jesse Wilcox bring together content-area experts to help secondary school educators resolve discipline-specific assessment challenges. Teachers and curriculum leaders learn to work within their content-specific standards. Ultimately, they build effective grading practices so that grades reflect what students have learned.
Secondary school teachers, instructional coaches, and curriculum leaders can use this book to: - Transform grading practices to accurately reflect student learning and achievement
- Implement practical strategies for standards-based grading across various content areas
- Engage in meaningful discussions about assessment reform within education
- Customize standards-based grading practices based on the unique needs and contexts of subject areas
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement and growth in student learning outcomes
Contents: Introduction
Chapter 1: Principles of Standards-Based Grading
Chapter 2: Implementing Standards-Based Grading in Science
Chapter 3: Implementing Standards-Based Grading in Mathematics
Chapter 4: Implementing Standards-Based Grading in English Language Arts
Chapter 5: Implementing Standards-Based Grading in Social Studies
Chapter 6: Implementing Standards-Based Grading in Art
Chapter 7: Implementing Standards-Based Grading in Physical Education
Chapter 8: Implementing Standards-Based Grading in World Language
Chapter 9: Implementing Standards-Based Grading in Music
Epilogue
