1. What is Criteria-Based Grading?

Criteria-based grading is an assessment method where students are evaluated against specific learning objectives or criteria rather than compared to other students. This approach provides clearer feedback about what students have mastered.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the weighted average formula:

Where:

• \( Criteria\ Score \) — Student's performance on each criterion (0-100%)
• \( Weight \) — Relative importance of each criterion

Explanation: The calculator multiplies each criterion score by its weight, sums these products, then divides by the total weight to get the final grade.

3. Importance of Criteria-Based Grading

Details: This method provides transparent evaluation, helps students understand their strengths and weaknesses, and aligns assessment with learning objectives.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter scores for each criterion (0-100%) and their respective weights. The sum of weights doesn't need to equal 100% as the calculator normalizes them.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: How many criteria can I evaluate?
A: This calculator handles two criteria, but the same formula can be extended to any number of criteria.

Q2: What if my weights don't add up to 100%?
A: The calculator automatically normalizes the weights, so they don't need to sum to 100%.

Q3: Can I use decimal weights?
A: Yes, you can use decimal values for both scores and weights for precise calculations.

Q4: How does this differ from curve grading?
A: Criteria-based grading evaluates absolute performance against standards, while curve grading compares students to each other.

Q5: Can I add more criteria fields?
A: The calculator can be modified to include additional criteria by adding more input fields and adjusting the calculation.