How to Grade for Learning

Formerly a SkyLight publication "In How to Grade for Learning , Ken O'Connor combines the thoroughness of a scholar with the pragmatism of a veteran educator as he explains the relationship between content standards, performance standards, assignments, assessments, and grades." -Jay McTighe, Author and Consultant Teachers will never look at grading the same way again. In this revised edition of the bestselling How to Grade for Learning , Ken O'Connor shows how to link grades and standards. He updates his eight models, which assist teachers in designing and conducting grading practices that help students feel more in control of their academic success. This comprehensive resource: Defines the purpose of each guideline Illustrates the examples Discusses and analyzes key elements Supplies overviews of various grading programs and calculation strategiesStiggins, Rick is the author of 'How to Grade for Learning', published 2002 under ISBN 9781575178165 and ISBN 1575178168.