Teacher Grade Calculator
A comprehensive tool for teachers to calculate, analyze, and adjust student grades with advanced features.
Grade Categories
Students
| Student Name | Homework (20%) | Quizzes (30%) | Tests (50%) | Percentage | Grade | Notes | Actions |
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Common Grading Methods
Different grading methods serve different educational purposes. Choose the one that best aligns with your teaching philosophy and subject matter.
Points-Based Grading
Students earn points for each assignment, and the final grade is calculated as a percentage of total possible points. Simple and straightforward, but may not reflect the importance of different assignments.
Weighted Categories
Assignments are grouped into categories (tests, homework, projects), and each category contributes a fixed percentage to the final grade. Allows you to emphasize important assessments.
Standards-Based Grading
Students are evaluated on their mastery of specific learning standards rather than accumulating points. Provides clearer feedback on strengths and weaknesses.
Criterion-Referenced Grading
Students are graded based on how well they meet predefined criteria, regardless of how others perform. Focuses on individual achievement rather than comparison.
Do's
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Be transparent about grading criteria
Provide clear rubrics and explain your grading system at the beginning of the term.
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Provide timely feedback
Return graded work promptly so students can learn from their mistakes.
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Use a variety of assessment types
Include different formats to accommodate various learning styles and abilities.
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Be consistent
Apply the same standards to all students and maintain consistency throughout the term.
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Focus on learning, not just grades
Emphasize improvement and mastery rather than just point accumulation.
Don'ts
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Grade on a curve by default
Avoid forcing grades into a predetermined distribution without justification.
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Use grades as punishment
Grades should reflect achievement, not behavior or compliance.
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Change grading criteria mid-term
Avoid changing how you calculate grades after the course has begun.
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Grade subjectively
Avoid letting personal bias or student personality influence grades.
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Rely on a single high-stakes assessment
Avoid having one test or project determine the majority of a student's grade.
Equitable Grading Practices
Ensure your grading practices are fair and equitable for all students:
- •Provide multiple ways to demonstrate knowledge
- •Consider cultural and linguistic diversity
- •Separate academic achievement from behavior
- •Provide opportunities for revision and improvement
- •Avoid grading on participation without clear criteria
- •Consider accessibility needs in assessment design
Getting Started
- 1Add or modify grade categories and their weights
- 2Enter student names and their scores for each category
- 3View calculated grades and class statistics
Tips
- Use the curve adjustment to normalize class performance
- Export grades to CSV for your records or to import into your school's system
- Customize the grading scale to match your school's requirements
- Use the search feature to quickly find specific students
- Add detailed notes for each student to track progress
Efficient grading approaches to save time:
- Use the "Quick Grade Entry" feature for batch updates
- Create reusable templates for common grading scenarios
- Export data regularly to maintain backup records