Chapter 12: Grading Scales

This chapter deals with effective grading scales. While it may be tempting to use a 100 point grading scale, there is much room for interpretation of exactly what this means for each student. Instead, using a 4 point scale creates clear expectations without room for questioning the grade. Teachers must keep in mind the individual needs of each student, whether they are various intelligences, beliefs, home life, behavior, or interest, all factors must be considered in evaluating student work. Generally speaking, rubrics and clear expectations show students the steps to take to achieve mastery within a subject. In addition, teachers eliminate their own subjectivity by grading upon their own rubric.