How 3 Schools Communicate Mastery Through Their Standards-Based Grading Scales

A Complete Guide to SBG Scale Design and Implementation

Standards-based grading (SBG) scales are key to clearly defining and measuring student mastery. Our guide, "How 3 Schools Communicate Mastery Through Their Standards-Based Grading Scales," offers practical insights from real schools to help you design and implement effective SBG scales.

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Inside the guide, you’ll discover:

  • How SBG provides a structured path for student achievement.
  • How to pair SBG with the Marzano Framework for more impactful teaching and assessment.
  • Inspiring, in-depth examples of SBG scales from three schools. 
  • How data and assessment solutions can streamline and enhance your SBG practices.
  • Best practices for communicating mastery levels to students and parents.

Download the guide today to gain valuable insights and confidently design and implement effective SBG scales in your school.

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