Julia A. Simms

This webinar explores the critical role of assessment literacy in K–12 education, emphasizing the need for educators to understand and implement effective assessment and grading practices. Viewers learn how to design assessments that accurately reflect student learning and promote equitable outcomes. We discuss practical strategies for integrating proficiency scales and utilizing various assessment types to support student growth.

Based on the latest assessment research, this book provides a practical and ethical approach to deepening students’ knowledge and ethically preparing them to demonstrate that knowledge on large-scale standardized tests.

Don’t settle for outdated grading practices. This book, guided by 43 essential tenets and split into three parts, provides a research-based framework to help educators design accurate, equitable assessments. Learn how to truly measure student growth and proficiency, moving beyond traditional models.