Assess THAT with Tom & Nat! (Assessment, Feedback, Grading, and Learning) 22 - Outcomes-Based Grading & Artificial Intelligence in Education with Danielle Paloposki
Nov 3, 2025
Danielle Paloposki, an educator and consultant, specializes in outcomes-based assessment and the Competency Code Program. In this insightful discussion, Danielle shares her journey of transforming traditional grading into a clearer, fairer system that empowers students. She also highlights the importance of designing authentic assessments that can’t be faked or replicated by AI. Additionally, Danielle addresses overcoming resistance in education and fostering collaborative learning environments, setting the stage for a revolutionary shift in assessment practices.
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Student Note Sparked Purpose
- Danielle recounts receiving a note from a former student who said, "I'm in nursing because of you."
- That message crystallized her purpose and fueled her focus on assessment as connection.
Clarity Unlocks Student Potential
- Clear success criteria transformed Danielle's teaching from collecting papers to coaching visible learning.
- Clarity allowed deeper connection and empowered students to believe in their ability.
Use Big Ideas To Free Teacher Creativity
- Teach from big ideas and use content as vehicles to build competencies.
- Let students choose how to demonstrate those competencies to expand creativity and ownership.
