Analytic Quality Glossary A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Home
Citation reference: Harvey, L., 2004-24, Analytic Quality Glossary, Quality Research International, http://www.qualityresearchinternational.com/glossary/
This is a dynamic glossary and the author would welcome any e-mail suggestions for additions or amendments.
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Grading
Grading is the process of scoring or ranking student academic work as part of assessing student learning.
Grading is also referred to as marking in some countries.
Walvoord and
not referring to a process of merely bestowing isolated artifacts [sic] or final course marks. Rather, we are referring to the process by which a teacher assesses student learning through classroom tests and assignments, the context in which good teachers establish that process, and the dialogue that surrounds grades and defines their meaning to various audiences…we view grading as a context-dependent, complex process that serves several roles [evaluation, communication, motivation, and organization].
Furthermore, they differentiate between assessment of learning and grading
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The University of South Australia (2011) refers to grades and distinguishes them from marks although the former, depite being qualitative measures, are compiled into an average:
Grade: A grade is a qualitative descriptor used to signify a range of percentage marks or the status of a result where percentage marks are not applicable. Grades indicate the level of performance in a course against specified criteria and standards. Grades are awarded in all courses. The grading system for courses at the University can be found in Section 8 of this Manual.
Grade Point Average (GPA): Grade point average is the calculation of a student's average performance over a specified period, such as a teaching period, an academic year, or over the duration of the program. The calculation is based on the grade, the grade point value associated with that grade, and the unit value of each course.
Mark: A mark is a quantitative value, often expressed as a percentage, which is awarded for an assessment task.
assessment of student learning
Walvoord, B. and