Grading for Impact: Raising Student Achievement Through a Target-Based Assessment and Learning System

By: Tom Hierck and Garth L. Larson

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Synopsis: Aim for a target-based grading system and create stronger learning opportunities! As grading, assessment, and reporting continue to be a relevant topic of discussion, this book creates a functional plan to move standards-based grading practices forward in schools. Teachers and teacher leaders will learn how to assess, grade, and report against specific learning targets rather than standards as a whole. Grounded in application to provide focus and clarity, this book features: Case studies of schools that have incorporated target-based assessment, feedback, grading, and reporting Practical examples to guide implementation Questions, checklists, illustrations, and audits of practice to showcase the work in action