Models

For each student, the model computes:

• The number of 'quality points' earned on each assignment. Quality points = grade x assignment weight x attendance
• The average grade = the ratio (quality points earned) / (possible quality points) for all assignments
• A measure of the consistency of student performance (weighted standard deviation of grades)

For each assignment, the model computes:

• The mean grade of all students who participate in the assignment
• The spread of grades on the assignment (standard deviation)
• Several measures that compare average, high and low grades for each assignment. These measures help evaluate the assignment and the student population. (optional, Advanced versions only)

You enter the following information.

• Names of the school, teacher, and academic subject
• For each student: name, class section (if applicable), a table of numerical grades on assignments, attendance/participation
• For each assignment: name and an assignment type (such as homework, quiz, test)
• For each assignment type: a numerical weight of the assignment relative to other assignments.

Fees assessed and fees paid by each student for the course (optional, Advanced versions only)