Parents, students recommend a separate learning-habits indicator to recognize effort

Jan 13, 2026

Attendees recommended adding a separate "Learning Habits" or "Engagement" indicator in reports to acknowledge effort and preparation without altering academic proficiency scores.

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Multiple table groups recommended adding a distinct "Learning Habits" or "Engagement" indicator to report completion of practice work, participation in reteaching, and use of feedback forms. The proposed measure would acknowledge effort and persistence without changing the student’s academic proficiency level.

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