While grades may be used specific parameters must be met. The following must be provided when grades are used as a programmatic assessment:
A thorough description of the content and context for the grades being used,
A chart or narrative reflecting clearly the alignment of the grades with the Standards and major elements of the respective CEC Preparation Standard as informed by the appropriate specialty set(s),
The grade data aggregated to demonstrate candidate performance specific to the Standards and the major elements of the CEC Preparation Standard(s) to which it is aligned.
Grades must be reported in a manner that provides meaningful candidate performance data and evidence that CEC Standards and elements are met. See CAEP Guidance (CAEP web site) on Using Course Grades in Program Reports for further guidance on “use of grades.”