Gradding and reporting

This document discusses interpreting test scores and grading. It covers the functions of grading such as enhancing student learning, informing parents of progress, and uses for administrative purposes. There are two main types of grading: absolute, which is based on defined standards, and relative, which compares a student's performance to others in the group. Absolute grading has disadvantages like difficulty setting standards while relative grading can lead to inconsistent interpretations as group ability varies. The document also addresses assigning letter grades based on percentiles and the importance of record keeping for grading.