Pathways to Proficiency: Implementing Evidence-Based Grading, Second Edition

Transform your school’s grading practices with this updated second edition on evidence-based grading. The book provides a five-phase process for moving beyond standards-based and competency-based grading models. Administrators and teachers will gain understanding of the core principles of evidence-based assessment, refocus assessments on proficiency, embrace student self-assessment, determine grades based on bodies of work and trends, and create a systemwide transformation of grading practices.

K–12 administrators can use this book to:

• Propose, design and evaluate new grading practices based on student performance
• Lead and organise the implementation of evidence-based grading policies and practices
• Establish clearer guidelines, benchmarks and standards of student performance
• Navigate common pitfalls when transitioning to a new evidence-based assessment model
• Enhance student performance through more consistent feedback and stronger mentorship.