Why Evidence Based Grading?
Evidence Based Grading (EBG) allows each student to receive an accurate report of his/her current level of learning in relation to specific standards for each subject.
Evidence Based Grading (EBG) allows each student to receive an accurate report of his/her current level of learning in relation to specific standards for each subject.
- It gives grades meaning and provides specific, actionable feedback.
- It helps teachers adjust instruction to individuals.
- It builds persistence/grit into the system; forces students to focus on learning.
- It helps align and adjust curriculum.
- It raises rigor and better defines excellence.
- It is more fair for all learners.
Why is Norridge District 80 making this change?
Why is Norridge District 80 making this change?
- More accurate and meaningful feedback for parents and students.
- Separating achievement from work habits.
- Improves the use of data to drive instruction.
- Aligned to current Illinois Learning Standards in all subjects.
