Sep 16, 2024 · The district’s shift to what’s often called proficiency-based grading—but is also referred to as standards- and mastery-based grading—“put the emphasis on learning and not …

Standards-based grading (SBG) is an innovation in education that focuses on learning and helps increase achievement. It is often combined with updated instructional practices and culture to …

Nov 7, 2025 · Standards-based grading (SBG) is an educational system that evaluates students based on their mastery of specific skills and knowledge, rather than averaging their scores on …

These questions lie at the center of a movement toward Standards-Based Grading (SBG) (Guskey, 2001). In brief, SBG is an assessment system that focuses on student progress …

Jul 15, 2021 · Standards-based grading breaks down large subjects into smaller learning objectives to help teachers better measure student learning. Instead of assigning a grade to …

What exactly is standards-based grading? SBG is a method of assessing student learning based on how well students demonstrate mastery of specific academic standards, not by collecting …

Oct 11, 2023 · In a standards-based grading system, teachers collaborate with each other and make decisions together that influence what teaching and learning looks like throughout the …

Aug 6, 2025 · This article delves into the principles of standards-based grading, its benefits, implementation strategies, and practical examples, providing educators with a thorough …

Mar 24, 2025 · Whether you’re considering adopting standards-based grading or looking to refine your existing system, this guide will provide valuable insights and practical advice to support …

Standards-based grading With the adoption of standards-based education, most states have created examinations in which students are compared to a standard of what educators, …