Preparation assignments | 10%

These assignments will provide opportunities for students to develop new knowledge and skills with guidance, support, or collaboration. These tasks are part of the learning process and are designed to build understanding, not evaluate mastery. Preparation work may include guided practice, collaborative tasks, and scaffolded activities. 

Some examples for BVA: guided notes, warm ups, collaborative activities, discussion board posts, etc.

Practice assignments | 35%

These assignments allow students to apply learning independently while still in the learning phase. These tasks are used to strengthen understanding, build fluency, and prepare students for Performance assessments.

Some examples for BVA: practice or rough draft drawings/paintings, skill builder exercises, sketchbook assignments, quizzes, etc.

Performance assignments | 55%

These assignments measure a student’s independent demonstration of mastery of standards after instruction and practice have occurred. These tasks provide evidence of what a student knows and can do at the end of a learning cycle and are the primary indicator of proficiency.

Some examples for BVA: projects, tests