Mastery learning (also called competency-based learning) is being used in some classes and schools. Jon Bergmann, author of the Mastery Learning Handbook talks about how he uses mastery learning in his chemistry and physics classrooms. He discusses common mistakes when teachers implement mastery lea...

Teachers can create positive learning experiences for students that combine assessment with agency, opportunity, and community building. Standards-based grading (SBG) can have a profound impact on students in the form of better engagement, attention, and proficiency of standards. However, expecting SBG alone to yield positive results is like knocking over one domino-there isn't much of an impact.