Profed 7: Assessment in Learning 2

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What should the grading and reporting system primarily be based on?

Effort put in by students

Duration of the course

Student achievements only (correct)

Comparative performance

Which of the following is NOT a guideline for computing grades?

Use T-scores for scoring

Standardize scores across components

Weight each component properly

Combine effort with achievement (correct)

How does a criterion-referenced grading system differ from a norm-referenced system?

It measures against specified performance standards (correct)

It requires more detailed grading

It depends on group performance

It does not require any assessments

In a norm-referenced grading system, grades are affected by:

Group performance and rankings Signup and view all the answers

What is a necessary provision for a grading system regarding communication?

Provision for parent-teacher conferences Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to avoid including effort in assigning grades?

It can lead to inconsistent meanings of grades Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a challenge in criterion-referenced grading?

Hard to meet the conditions for grading Signup and view all the answers

What important aspect must be considered when defining the grading system's details?

The system must support existing school standards Signup and view all the answers

What does a composite grade require?

Proper weighting of each component Signup and view all the answers

When is a grade considered to reflect learning ability?

When it compares past performances or potential Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary disadvantage of the traditional letter-grade system?

It is easy to interpret but difficult to understand. Signup and view all the answers

Which grading system tends to promote minimal effort in students?

Pass-fail system Signup and view all the answers

What is a feature of checklists of objectives?

They indicate each student's level of achievement for course objectives. Signup and view all the answers

Why may letters to parents be considered less useful?

They can be easily misinterpreted by guardians. Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant limitation of parent-teacher conferences?

They have limited value as reports due to attendance issues. Signup and view all the answers

What should grading and reporting systems ideally be based on?

A clear statement of learning objectives. Signup and view all the answers

What is a common practice associated with the pass-fail grading system?

It only recognizes students who achieve the bare minimum. Signup and view all the answers

Which grading system is known for being detailed yet time-consuming to prepare?

Checklists of objectives Signup and view all the answers

What is a drawback of using portfolios for grading?

They are time-consuming and complex to manage. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of developing a grading and reporting system cooperatively?

To achieve adequacy and understandability for all stakeholders. Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the vital roles of grading and reporting systems?

To provide results in a brief and understandable form Signup and view all the answers

What dilemma might teachers face regarding grading?

Deciding whether to pass or fail students Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a function of grading and reporting?

Providing entertainment in class Signup and view all the answers

When interpreting a student’s score, which reference may NOT be used?

Subjective opinion based Signup and view all the answers

How do grading and reporting enhance students' learning?

By clarifying instructional objectives Signup and view all the answers

What is one way grading can motivate students?

By indicating areas needing improvement Signup and view all the answers

Which is a primary goal of reports to parents?

To communicate objectives to help promote learning Signup and view all the answers

What do grades primarily intend to promote in students?

Enhancement and promotion of learning Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a consideration when determining grade distributions?

Interpreting the overall class performance Signup and view all the answers

What should teachers ideally focus on to enhance the grading process?

Data-driven assessments of learning Signup and view all the answers

What is one significant challenge mentioned in the grading system?

Reliably estimating learning ability is very difficult Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a guideline for effective grading?

Consider effort and work habits as significant grading factors Signup and view all the answers

What should be avoided when assigning grades according to the guidelines?

Considering tardiness when determining grades Signup and view all the answers

Which grading distribution method is mentioned as a common practice?

Norm-referenced distribution Signup and view all the answers

What is a recommended practice during parent-teacher conferences?

Encourage parents to share information Signup and view all the answers

What does the normal curve distribution help establish in grading?

Fair ranges of grades for different student groups Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following should be used to support grading decisions?

Valid evidence of student achievement Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to explain grading procedures to students at the start?

It helps students understand how grades are determined Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect should be highlighted during a parent-teacher conference?

The student's strengths and improvement Signup and view all the answers

According to the guidelines, what is essential to establish among teachers regarding grading standards?

A collective understanding of standards and ranges Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Lecture in Profed 7: Assessment in Learning 2

Course is taught by Margarita A. Galang, Instructor-CTE
Grading and reporting systems are vital for teachers to monitor student progress.
The main goal of these systems is to provide concise and clear results for various stakeholders.
A dilemma arises for teachers in these systems, as they must decide between passing or failing a student.

Functions of Grading and Reporting Systems

Teachers have various questions about the use of grading and reporting systems.
Teachers must address the issue of whether achievement or effort should be considered.
Educators must decide how a student's grade should reflect their position compared with the rest of the class, against a standard, or their learning potential.
Determining a fair grade distribution and how to present student progress/strengths and weaknesses to students, parents, and other stakeholders are key aspects of grading.

Sources for Answers

School policies and guidelines on computing and reporting grades can provide answers to teacher's questions.
Consulting colleagues about their experience and perspective is valuable.
Using experience and sound judgment is another option.

Important Functions of Grading and Reporting

Grading and reporting enhance student learning by clarifying objectives, showing strengths and weaknesses, helping with personal development, boosting motivation, and highlighting areas where teaching needs adjustment.
Reporting to parents/guardians communicates course objectives, helps parents aid student learning and better plan for their child's needs, as well as helps communicate if the objectives were met and how to approach future goals.
Providing data to administrators and guidance counselors helps with promotion decisions, graduation, honors, and reporting to other schools or to employers; it also informs educational, vocational, or personal counseling.
Grading should enhance learning, instead of discouraging students

Types of Grading Systems

The type depends on the needed detail for descriptive and informative summaries that school authorities require.

Major Types of Grading and Reporting Systems

(1) Traditional Letter-Grade System*
Summarizes student performance using letters, like A (Excellent), C (Average), D (Needing Improvement), and F (Failure).
Advantage: Easy to understand
Disadvantage: Difficult to interpret
(2) Pass-Fail System*
Uses a dichotomous (two-part) system
Students either meet standards to pass or fail.
Advantage: Straightforward
Disadvantage: Less informative; students might not work as hard just to pass.
(3) Checklists of Objectives*
Lists course objectives and indicates student achievement levels per objective.
Detailed reporting, making it more informative.
Disadvantage: Very time-consuming to prepare and maintain a manageable list.
(4) Letters to Parents/Guardians*
Useful supplements to grades.
Disadvantage: Very time-consuming to prepare. Accounts of weakness may be misinterpreted by parents/guardians. Not systematic or cumulative.
(5) Portfolios*
Useful in schools, but has a disadvantage that parents don't consistently attend conferences
(6) Parent-Teacher Conferences (PTC)*
Used for discussion and feedback between parents and educators about students' progress.

Development of a Grading and Reporting System

Grading and reporting should guide the educational process.
These systems should be developed cooperatively to be both adequate and easily understood by all stakeholders

Bases for Grading and Reporting

(1) Based on Clear Statement of Learning Objectives*
Grading and reporting should be based on the same agreed-upon set of learning objectives.
(2) Consistent with School Standards*
The system should support existing school standards instead of contradicting them.
(3) Based on Adequate Assessments*
Grading and reporting systems should be verifiable using suitable testing, measurement, and assessment strategies.
(4) Based on the Right Level of Detail*
The system needs to encompass enough detail to provide detailed feedback and diagnosis but should not be of such length or detail to become cumbersome in use
(5) Provision for Parent-Teacher Conferences as Needed*

Assigning and Computing Grades

Grades must solely reflect student achievements, not effort.
Avoid mixing grading achievement with extra effort.
Combining achievement and effort can lead to misinterpretations in grading.

Norm or Criterion-Referenced Grading

System of grading wherein scores are either compared to other students scores or with predefined standards.

Distribution of Grades and Guidelines for Effective Grading

The normal curve distribution is often used in grading.
Teachers need to establish suitable ranges of grades according to courses, student groups and standards

Guidelines for Effective Grading

Provide a clear explanation of the grading procedures to students.
Ensure that grades will only be based on achievement.
Clarify how supplementary data (effort, work habits, etc.) are factored into the report.
Connect grading procedures and practices to desired learning goals.
Gather complete and valid evidence in grading.

Preventing Cheating and Addressing Other Concerns

Teachers should take steps to prevent cheating.
Scores should be reviewed.
Teachers should weigh different aspects of student work fairly.
Avoid lowering grades for tardiness, weak effort, or misbehavior.

Conducting Parent-Teacher Conferences (PTC)

Guidelines for good PTCs include planning, a positive focus (presenting strengths), parent participation, cooperative action planning, and a positive conclusion.
Simulations are to be used for preparation purposes.

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This quiz explores the grading and reporting systems used in education, specifically in the context of Profed 7 course. It highlights the challenges teachers face regarding student evaluation, fairness, and effective communication of academic progress to stakeholders. Discover key factors that influence grading decisions and reporting processes.