Sbg Explainers
What Is Standards-Based Grading?
Learn what standards-based grading (SBG) is, how it differs from traditional grading, and why schools are adopting this mastery-based approach.
How to Write Effective Learning Standards
Learn how to write clear, measurable learning standards for your classroom and avoid common mistakes that make standards too vague to assess effectively.
Choosing a Proficiency Scale for Your Classroom
A proficiency scale defines what mastery looks like in standards-based grading. Compare 3- and 4-point formats and learn how to choose the right one.
Standards-Based Grading vs. Traditional Grading
Compare standards-based grading vs. traditional grading: what each includes, what grades communicate to families, and what the research shows.
How to Communicate SBG to Students and Parents
Learn how to communicate standards-based grading to parents and students, explain proficiency scores, and address the most common family objections.