Chapter 13: Gradebook Formats for the Differentiated Classroom

I thought this chapter was interesting as it shows the way standards and benchmarks truly fit into the classroom on a daily basis. When entering grades into the grade book, an effective method of organizing the book is to place standards and benchmarks in the top. This shows that these goals are being met and the student is closer to mastery of the subject. In order to remain organized, it would be wise to maintain the traditional method of keeping track of date as well as standards. If this is included with the standards, it will be evident where students have made progress in each area and what methods have led the student to such success. This will help the teacher to note student progress on a daily basis, and work beyond issues if they appear within student work.