An important part of providing high-quality education is ensuring that students receive clear, constructive feedback to improve their learning. This involves assessments and grading — but do they really matter? In this episode of the JIS Podcast, host Joanna Sommers is joined by education author/ speaker and assessment expert Tom Schimmer, who is currently working with JIS leadership in the areas of assessment literacy, processes, and routines.

Their in-depth discussion touches on how schools are transforming the way they assess students and deliver feedback, why this topic often elicits an emotional reaction among both teachers and parents, and how better assessment literacy can foster more efficacious learners. What are there best practices for assessment and grading? And what is the COTE of armor? Listen to the episode to find out!