According to Wikipedia, "An electronic grade book is a student information system which is used to record pupils' grades, attendance and other data which is then made available online to parents, students and administrators."student information system gradesattendance
Easy to use Convenient Organized Communication between parents, teachers, and students
Technology fails Some gradebooks can't be accessed from different computers Some require subscriptions
Micrograde is an online gradebook for teachers of any grade. place for teachers to score assignments, calculate grades, evaluate student performance, track attendance along with so much more.
Secure Both computer and online version Customizable Improved communication between parents, teachers, and students Online help available 24/7
Micrograde Pro › Outdated › Confusing layout › $89.95 for individuals Micrograde Online › Not available for individual use (provided through school) › $1,995 per school per year for 50 instructors › Hard to find log-on or $495 for departmental license for 10 instructors › Confusing layout These versions are not compatible with each other.
Deer Valley Unified School District # 97 (6 years) Web-based grading system Teachers use PowerTeacher Can access: › Grades › Attendance › Grade History › Attendance history › Notification › Teacher Comments › Bus Info › School bulletins
Track grades Track attendance Syllabus posting available Seating chart Opens communication with parents and students
Track grades Track attendance View class syllabus
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