What does true accountability in grading look like? This week on Aspire to Lead, Tom Schimmer joins the conversation to challenge traditional grading practices and debunk the myths surrounding standards-based grading. He shares insights on shifting to a Standards-Based Mindset, finding your Grading True North, and the role of descriptive feedback in student success.

We also explore key takeaways from his work, including Grading From the Inside Out, and how educators can create a more equitable and effective assessment system. If you’re ready to rethink grading and improve student learning, this episode is a must-listen!

About Tom Schimmer:

Tom Schimmer is an independent education author, speaker, and consultant from Vancouver, BC. Over the course of his career he has been a classroom teacher, school administrator, and district level leader. Tom is an internationally recognized leader and expert in the areas of assessment, grading, RTI, and educational leadership. He has delivered both keynote and workshop sessions at several national and international conferences. As well, Tom has worked directly with schools and school districts throughout Canada, the United States, Vietnam, China, Myanmar, Thailand, Japan, South Korea, Qatar, Bahrain, India, the U.A.E., the U.K., Russia, Singapore, Spain, Kuwait, Ethiopia, Kenya, South Africa, and Nigeria. He is the author & co-author of six books, including best-seller Grading from the Inside Out: Bringing accuracy to student assessment through a standards-based mindset, and his latest release, Growing tomorrow’s citizens in today’s classrooms: Assessing seven critical competencies. Follow Tom Schimmer:

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