Opinion - Mastery Grading System, MP1

Student feedback on the standards-referenced grading system used in Chemistry 1A.

Name (optional): 


A red asterisk (*) indicates required questions.


  1. I understand the concept of the Mastery Grading System.*
    Strongly Agree
    Somewhat Agree
    Neutral
    Somewhat Disagree
    Strongly Disagree


  1. I feel that the Mastery Grading System is a fair way to assess my knowledge of chemistry content.*
    Strongly Agree
    Somewhat Agree
    Neutral
    Somewhat Disagree
    Strongly Disagree


  1. Compared to other points-based systems I've encountered in the past, I believe that the Mastery Grading System provides better feedback on my performance.*
    Strongly Agree
    Somewhat Agree
    Neutral
    Somewhat Disagree
    Strongly Disagree


  1. If you believe that Mastery Grading provides (or does not provide) better feedback, please explain.


  1. Compared to other points-based systems I've encountered in the past, I believe that the Mastery Grading System has resulted in my achieving a better grade in chemistry than I might have otherwise.*
    Strongly Agree
    Somewhat Agree
    Neutral
    Somewhat Disagree
    Strongly Disagree


  1. Compared to other points-based systems I've encountered in the past, I believe that the Mastery Grading System has resulted in my learning more chemistry chemistry than I might have otherwise.*
    Strongly Agree
    Somewhat Agree
    Neutral
    Somewhat Disagree
    Strongly Disagree


  1. I feel that the assessments in this class are fair regardless of my performance on them.*
    Strongly Agree
    Somewhat Agree
    Neutral
    Somewhat Disagree
    Strongly Disagree


  1. I feel that the Mastery Grading Rubrics are clear, fair, and well organized.*
    Strongly Agree
    Somewhat Agree
    Neutral
    Somewhat Disagree
    Strongly Disagree


  1. I feel that Mr. Dappolone's teaching style contributes to the success of his grading system.*
    Strongly Agree
    Somewhat Agree
    Neutral
    Somewhat Disagree
    Strongly Disagree


  1. I feel that Mastery Grading would be effective in other courses.
    Strongly Agree
    Somewhat Agree
    Neutral
    Somewhat Disagree
    Strongly Disagree


  1. In which courses would Mastery Grading be effective?


  1. I frequently complete the optional textbook homework assignments posted on the class webpage.*
    Strongly Agree
    Somewhat Agree
    Neutral
    Somewhat Disagree
    Strongly Disagree


  1. The optional homework assignments posted on the class website contribute substantially to my learning in chemistry.*
    Strongly Agree
    Somewhat Agree
    Neutral
    Somewhat Disagree
    Strongly Disagree


  1. I think that Mastery Grading reduces my stress level.*
    Strongly Agree
    Somewhat Agree
    Neutral
    Somewhat Disagree
    Strongly Disagree


  1. If you feel that Mastery Grading is less stressful, please elaborate on the specific aspects that reduce your stress (untimed assessments, graded on best, latest work, etc.).


  1. I like Mr. Dappolone's "minimal assigned homework policy."*
    Strongly Agree
    Somewhat Agree
    Neutral
    Somewhat Disagree
    Strongly Disagree


  1. Please elaborate on your feelings regarding Mr. Dappolone's homework policy.


  1. I would rather be graded on a points-based system than with the Mastery Grading System.
    Strongly Agree
    Somewhat Agree
    Neutral
    Somewhat Disagree
    Strongly Disagree


  1. If you would rather be graded on a points-based system, please elaborate on your reasons.


  1. Please provide any other thoughts you have about Mastery Grading (assessments, assignments, labs, etc.).





Teacher of Chemistry
Cherry Hill High School East
Cherry Hill, NJ