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The book offers a comprehensive framework for assessing professional development programs through five progressive levels. It starts with gauging participants' reactions and learning, then examines the organizational support and changes that facilitate growth. The guide further explores how participants apply their acquired knowledge and skills, ultimately linking these evaluations to enhancements in student learning outcomes. This structured approach aims to improve the effectiveness of professional development initiatives.

The definitive classic--updated for our times. One of the most widely researched and proven-effective education methodologies in existence, mastery learning laid the foundation for today's most promising teaching methods, providing a direct challenge to traditional approaches that have perpetuated inequities for generations of children. This timely new edition of the foremost practical guide includes: Recent applications of the principles of mastery learning to distance, hybrid, and blended learning environments Updates including evidence from recent implementation efforts, the results of the most current research on mastery learning and its implications for practice Step-by-step guidance on implementation across grade levels and subject areas Supplemental, on-line chapters that unpack the development of effective formative assessments and connections between RTI and mastery learning

Easy to use guide on assessment for learning, answering common questions about 21st century standards and grading considerations.

Standards-based grading practices are essential for accurately reflecting student achievement and ensuring fairness in assessments. This book provides educators with strategies to implement these practices effectively, focusing on clear communication of student progress and mastery of skills. It emphasizes the importance of aligning grading with learning objectives, fostering a more equitable educational environment. Through practical guidance, educators can enhance their grading systems to better support student growth and achievement.

Focusing on evidence-based grading, this book emphasizes the importance of integrity in educational assessments. It provides strategies for implementing fair grading practices that reflect student learning accurately. Through practical examples and research-backed methods, educators can enhance their grading systems to promote transparency and accountability. The text encourages a shift from traditional grading to more meaningful assessments that support student growth and success.

Focusing on grading research, this book distills evidence into actionable findings and strategies aimed at enhancing grading policies and practices. It serves as a valuable resource for educators seeking to implement effective grading systems based on solid research, ultimately aiming to foster better educational outcomes.

The collection features touching remembrances of Benjamin S. Bloom, highlighting his profound influence on educational policy and practice. Through personal stories, readers gain insight into Bloom's exceptional qualities as a scholar, mentor, and friend. Additionally, the book includes brief reviews of his significant professional contributions, providing a comprehensive look at his legacy in education.

Few individuals in the history of education have had greater impact on educational policy and practice than Benjamin S. Bloom. Benjamin Bloom's stories are touching remembrances that offer special insight into his uniqueness as a preeminent scholar, colleague, mentor, and friend. This book is a collection of these stories, with brief reviews of some of Bloom's major professional contributions.

Improve grading practices with support from families Educators seeking to transform age-old grading practices face numerous challenges, particularly when it comes to gaining support from students' families. This practical guide from a world-renowned expert on grading and assessment practices offers concrete strategies to turn parents and families into trusted partners in grading reform efforts. The book enables educators to anticipate, understand, and effectively address families′ concerns over grading reforms and build trust through authentic engagement. With clear and actionable strategies that educators can implement right away, the easily digestible chapters unpack the complexities of the change process, clarify the purpose of grading, and show how to enhance the use of computerized grading programs. Other features include: Strategies to ease opposition to grading reform from parents and families Insights into how to improve report cards Guidance on how to effectively communicate student performance with parents and families A must-have resource for educators navigating the challenging journey of grading reform, Engaging Parents and Families in Grading Reform is a comprehensive guide to grading reform that emphasizes family engagement to ensure success.