Part of the Every Student Can Learn Mathematics series Boost K-12 student achievement and math skills by enhancing your approach to mathematics homework and grading. This user-friendly resource is divided into two parts, each covering a key team action for mathematics in a PLC at Work(tm). First, you'll learn how to develop common independent practice assignments or math homework for formative student learning within a professional learning community (PLC). Then, discover how to work collaboratively to create quality equitable grading practices to help you evaluate independent practice effectiveness. The book features teacher team tools and activities to inspire student achievement and enhance grading routines as part of a formative student learning process. Learn collaborative homework and grading practices to grow your students' math skills: Discover how you and your colleagues can design and use mathematics homework and grading practices to produce significant improvement in student learning. Learn the value of common scoring agreements among educators. Understand and find solutions to common grading errors to ensure equity among all students. Implement effective grading practices that provide meaningful and actionable formative feedback to students. Support student engagement and ensure students persevere in their learning of mathematics problem solving. Contents: Preface Introduction Part 1: Team Action 5--Develop and Use High-Quality Common Independent Practice Assignments for Formative Student Learning Chapter 1: The Purpose of High-Quality Common Independent Practice Assignments Chapter 2: Sample Independent Practice Assignments Chapter 3: Formative Routines for Improved Student Learning Chapter 4: Common Scoring and Grading Agreements for Homework Assignments Part 2: Team Action 6--Develop and Use High-Quality Common Grading Components and Formative Grading Routines Chapter 5: The Purpose and Nature of Grading in Mathematics Chapter 6: How to Create an Evaluate Quality Grading Components Chapter 7: Formative Grading Routines Chapter 8: Traditional Report Card Grades and Standards-Based Scoring Routines Epilogue Appendix References and Resources Index Books in the Every Student Can Learn Mathematics series: Mathematics Assessment and Intervention in a PLC at Work(tm) Mathematics Instruction and Tasks in a PLC at Work(tm) Mathematics Homework and Grading in a PLC at Work(tm) Mathematics Coaching and Collaboration in a PLC at Work(tm)