TY - JOUR AU - Iamarino, Danielle L. PY - 2014/05/21 Y2 - 2024/03/28 TI - The Benefits of Standards-Based Grading: A Critical Evaluation of Modern Grading Practices JF - Current Issues in Education JA - CIE VL - 17 IS - 2 SE - Articles DO - UR - https://cie.asu.edu/ojs/index.php/cieatasu/article/view/1234 SP - AB - <br /><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 1.0in; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-left: 1.0in; text-align: justify; tab-stops: 9.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">This paper explores the methodology and application of an assessment philosophy known as standards-based grading, via a critical comparison of standards-based grading to other assessment philosophies commonly employed at the elementary, secondary, and post-secondary levels of education. Evidenced by examples of increased student engagement and more thorough comprehension of course materials, standards-based grading is illustrated as an effective replacement for conventional points-based grading. The analysis also identifies and responds to common issues and concerns inherent in the application of standards-based grading, and includes a review of relevant literature and research in support of standards-based grading as a progressive and successful alternative to more conventional assessment philosophies.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 1.0in; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-left: 1.0in; text-align: justify; tab-stops: 9.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;"><br /></span></p> ER -