Solution Tree

This book provides a five-phase process for implementing evidence-based grading, offering practical guidance for teachers and a clear road map for school leaders to improve student assessment, grading, and reporting. The five-phase process helps schools address some of the challenges they encounter with standards-based and competency-based grading models, providing structured steps and solutions. K–12 administrators can use this book to evaluate their system’s effectiveness, reflect on successes and challenges, and continuously refine evidence-based grading practices to enhance student learning outcomes.

This practical handbook will guide you through implementing Dr. Robert J. Marzano’s The New Art and Science of Teaching framework to improve student learning outcomes and academic achievement. With this guide, you will better understand and utilize the research-based instructional strategies and teaching methods of the Marzano framework in your classroom, school, or district.