- Look at gradebook software for the age group that you will be teaching. You will add a class, add students to your class as well as add assignments and grades
What you need to bring to class:
- If possible a laptop
What you need to do before class:
- Take a look at the information under ADDITIONAL RESOURCES below
- Think about why gradebook software would be useful as a teacher. What features would you like the software to have?
During Class:
- You will send the time exploring Chalksite. A handout with a user name and password as well as detailed instructions on setting us a class will be available.
After Class:
- Reflect on this software using the questions at the bottom of the handout
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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Many school districts have gradebook software available for their teachers. Below is a list of just a few of the programs that are available.
FREE (usually come with limited features)
Engrade is web based. A “tour” of the software as well as a “features” page and a page with user comments is available.
Where Minds Meet is web based and free. Tools include Class Web Page, Online Gradebook, Reporting Tools, Lesson Plan Organizer and Private Journal.
SUBSCRIPTION BASED (Free trial or free limited features may be available)
MyGradeBook is web based. A 30 day trial is available. ($49.95 per year)
Chalksite is web based. An individual subscription is free, however only 5 students are able to have accounts. Subscription options are available.
GradeSource is web based and the free version comes with advertising. Subscription options are available.
Thinkwave (Win) has a free version with limited features. A subscription option with additional features and technical support and a web version are now available. ($35 - 80 per year)
ClassRoom GradeBook (Win) has a free version. A Pro edition is available with additional features. Subscription with 30 day trial Download: Free Trial Available
Easy Grade Pro (Win, Mac or web based) provides a free download for demonstration purposes, but once twelve or more students or assignments have been added, some of the features are disabled. Subscription options are available. ($48 per year)
OTHER GRADEBOOK SOFTWARE
Grade Machine
MicroGrade
USING EXCEL
How to Create a Simple Grade Book Using Microsoft Excel 2007
Create an Electronic Gradebook (Excel 2003)
SCHOOL MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS
Software Directory
Examples: PowerSchool Moodle
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