Mastery-Based Learning

Mastery Based Learning

How does it work?

Instead of traditional letter grades, our students receive detailed reports about their progress on each learning target addressed in their classes. Parents and students can access these reports at https://app.jumpro.pe/parent/HSC# . To login, use the student’s first name, last name, and NHPS ID number.

For the answers to frequently asked questions about mastery-based learning, visit http://www.highschoolinthecommunity.org/faq-mastery-based-learning/

Strategy

Students will be responsible for their own learning and demonstrate mastery of content and skills before advancing in a course or to the next course.

Stages of advancement

The following stages correspond to the four years traditionally required for high school. They may be completed in less or more than four years by each student, as needed:

1. Foundation year: Developing the basic academic skills, content knowledge, and self-discipline to succeed in high school
2. Core year: Advancing academic skills and completing most required content study
3. Focus year: Exploring elective content study and determining the details of a transition out of high school and into college and career training
4. Bridge year: Finalizing the skills and preparation needed to bridge the transition into adulthood

Objectives

Students will …

• Learn through multiple pathways: traditional classroom, online courses/resources, extra time in the afternoon, and out of school experiences
• Build on prior knowledge to develop a comprehensive understanding of new content
• Engage in active debate over legal and social justice issues related to course content
• Develop independent course-specific skills
• Evaluate data and evidence
• Communicate clearly, concisely, and accurately

Mastery Performance Levels