The Hybrid Grading Blueprint:
How to Honour Outcomes Even if % Are Still RequiredÂ
K–12 teachers and administrators often feel trapped by outdated percentage-based grading systems that haven’t kept pace with research-backed instructional practices. In this webinar, Tom Schimmer, author of the best-selling Grading from the Inside Out and a leader in standards-based grading for over 22 years, across 26 countries, will walk you through a simple, three-part approach to modernize grading within your existing percentage-based system. Walk away with clarity, confidence, and practical tools you can use immediately.Â
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Timestamps:
0:00 - The Truth About Traditional Grading
7:00 - An Imperfect Solution to an Already Imperfect System
11:00 - Webinar Overview
16:00 - Case Study: Princess Margaret Secondary
21:58 - The Imprecision of Percentages
31:00 - Three Imperfect Solutions
33:44 - Solution 1: Direct Conversion MethodÂ
38:05 - Solution 2: Convert a Body of Evidence
44:40 - Solution 3: Use a Conversion Chart
49:30 - SummaryÂ
Need help leading grading reform?
Book either Tom Schimmer or a member of the Canadian Assessment Centre team to work directly with your school or district. We are now booking keynotes, professional development days, and onsite/virtual coaching for the 2025/26 school year.
Either book a call or email us at info@canadianassessment.ca to secure your dates.Â
