Significant School Improvement Through Coherence, Belonging, and Consistency

“Grading Visible Learners is a Game Changer! We had done so many great things through our visible learning work…but grading was always the flat tire that slowed us down. NOW my teachers feel empowered to ensure grading supports our visible learning journey!”

“Hands down the best resource for grading actions that support student learning with ensuring accuracy and accountability is in place as well.”

“This book is exactly what educators need right now… a thoughtful, research-based guide that turns grading into a tool for growth rather than a barrier to success. Grading Visible Learners challenged my thinking in the best way possible and gave me the practical tools and clarity I’ve been searching for. Every chapter helps move the needle from compliance to true learning. This will be a game changer for classrooms and collaborative teams alike.”

“The insights in Grading Visible Learners have reshaped how we think about assessment! Our educators are more engaged than ever, and grading is now a vital part of fostering a culture of visible learning in our schools. This has led to four of our schools being recognized as Visible Learning accredited or partner schools. GVL was the game changer!”

“Dave and Bruce have restarted a much-needed conversation in education around grading. Grading is a critical part of the learning process. This book gives practical examples of how we as educators can transform grading from an act of compliance to a tool to build resilience in students. If you are in education…I highly recommend that you buy this book!”

“Grading Visible Learners has been a pivotal resource for our district! We’ve moved past traditional grading woes, and now our focus is on cultivating a learning environment where assessments promote growth and understanding for every student.”

“Grading Visible Learners has transformed our grading philosophy! We struggled with outdated practices, but now our assessments truly reflect student understanding. Our teachers feel more confident in using grading as a tool for growth and learning!”

“This book has revolutionized our approach to grading! Through Visible Learning, we learned to connect assessment to student progress. Our educators now see grading as a pathway for success, rather than a roadblock in the learning journey! It truly adds clarity to grading!”

“With Grading Visible Learners, we finally have a cohesive grading system that aligns with our teaching goals! It has empowered our staff to embrace meaningful assessments, ensuring that each grade reflects genuine student learning and progress.”

“Grading Visible Learners has been Transformational, It’s a great resource! Leading the Visible Learning work for the past four years has been a great journey but grading was an area that was somewhat holding us back. Leading grading change as an initiative in a large comprehensive high school has revealed just how crucial effective grading is to our visible learning efforts. While we’ve made remarkable strides, grading often felt like the hurdle that slowed our momentum. Now, thanks to this insightful guide, our educators are empowered to ensure that grading not only aligns with but also propels our visible learning journey forward!”