School Grades
Definition
School grades are a measure of a student's academic performance in their coursework. They typically range from A (excellent) to F (failing).
Analogy
Think of school grades like the health bar in a video game. The higher your health bar, the better you're doing in the game. Similarly, the higher your grade, the better you're doing in class.
Related terms
GPA (Grade Point Average): This is an average calculation of a student's academic scores based on the grades received in their courses.
Standardized Testing: These are tests that are administered and scored consistently to measure students' knowledge and skills relative to others.
Academic Achievement: This refers to a student's success in meeting short or long term goals related to educational activities.
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