We define alternative grading as an inclusive continuum of practices focused on four key aspects:
- clearly communicating content standards and expectations,
- providing helpful student feedback,
- using grades/marks to indicate progress, and
- supporting the revision, resubmission, or reattempts of student work, without penalty.
If you align to any of these practices, please join us in expanding and supporting this community through the connections and networks and opportunities for collaboration on this page.
Discussion Forums
Facilitated Courses
Annual Conference
Shared Resources
Discussion Forums - TeaTime
A monthly opportunity to share, network, and grow your practice with alternative grading.
Free Event
Standing Agenda:
- Welcome & introductions via chat
- Pain points for support
- Topic of the month
- End on wins
Spots are limited to allow for a chance to converse. All times are Pacific Time.

Scheduled Tea Times and Topics
Important considerations for the Spring term – syllabus policies and Covid back-ups
January 27, 2022
3:30 pm -
4:30 pm
Reassessments flops and flips, what’s too much, too little, or just right?
February 24, 2022
3:30 pm -
4:30 pm
Important considerations for Midterms and progress reports
March 24, 2022
3:30 pm -
4:30 pm
Facilitated Courses

Promoting Student Success & Deeper Learning through Grading Practices

Promoting Student Success & Deeper Learning through Grading Practices
Annual Conference
Visit The Grading Conference page.

Shared Resources
Grading for Growth – blog run by Dr. David Clark and Dr. Robert Talbert.
Mastery Grading/Resources – is a collection of a variety of resources related to Mastery Grading.
A Beginner’s Guide to Standards Based Grading – a great introduction by Dr. Kate Owens
PRIMUS special issue on Mastery Grading – A collection of articles on mastery grading in math (sometimes behind a paywall, check your Library for access)
Join the Alternative Grading Slack Space for an more private field of engagement.

Questions?
Feel free to reach out to us anytime.