Grading Practices and Policies Flashcards

What is the recommended approach in STAMP when a student consistently scores at level 2 on a standard?

Answer: Provide targeted intervention and additional learning opportunities

A level-2 score signals partial mastery; STAMP calls for targeted support so the student has further opportunity to reach proficiency.

Which statement BEST reflects the STAMP view on the role of homework in grading?

Answer: Homework is practice and should not be heavily weighted in the grade

In STAMP, homework is formative practice that helps students learn; it should not dominate grades that are meant to reflect mastery.

According to STAMP principles, a student who scores a 4 (exceeds standard) most likely demonstrates:

Answer: Application of knowledge beyond the expected standard

A score of 4 in STAMP reflects work that surpasses the standard, often involving deeper application, extension, or transfer of knowledge.

How should a teacher handle a student who demonstrates mastery on a reassessment after initially scoring below proficiency?

Answer: Record the higher score as the most accurate evidence of mastery

The most recent and most accurate evidence of mastery should replace the earlier score since the goal is to reflect current proficiency.

In STAMP, what does it mean to 'decontaminate' a grade?

Answer: Remove non-academic factors so the grade purely reflects academic mastery

Decontaminating a grade means stripping out attendance, behavior, and effort data so only academic proficiency is reflected.

Why might a school using STAMP report 'Learning Skills' on a separate section of the report card?

Answer: To provide clear information about work habits without distorting the academic grade

Separating learning skills from academic grades allows each section to communicate useful, unambiguous information to students and parents.