Academic grading

**Academic grading**

Academic grading refers to the systematic evaluation and assignment of scores or letters to a student’s performance in coursework, exams, or other educational activities. It serves as a measure of understanding, mastery, and achievement within an academic setting. Grading systems can vary widely, including letter grades (A-F), numerical scores, percentages, or descriptive assessments, and are used by educators to provide feedback, motivate students, and make decisions about placement, advancement, and certification.