The California State Board of Education introduced four performance categories for state standardized tests to replace the old, potentially demoralizing labels. The new classifications are Advanced, Proficient, Developing, and Minimal. This decision, made by a narrow 7-6 vote, aimed at providing clarity without discouragement. Although there was pushback against previous suggestions like 'Foundational' and 'Inconsistent,' advocates expressed a need for terminology that reflects students' needs positively. Rob Manwaring highlighted the balance between encouragement and understanding serious academic needs.
The new terms for the two lowest levels of scores are 'Developing' and 'Minimal,' aiming to provide clearer descriptions that are not demoralizing for students.
Rob Manwaring emphasized the importance of an 'assets-based approach,' stating that while positivity is valuable, parents must understand their child's academic standing.
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