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CRT Definitions of Performance Levels

Performance Levels are specific descriptions of student proficiency for an individual standard. The rubric definitions below may be used as a general guideline for describing the knowledge and understanding level of a student on a specific content standard. *Beginning and Progressing are nonmastery levels. Proficient and Advanced are mastery levels.

Level Definition Beginning (BEG) The student is limited in knowledge and understanding. He/She does not demonstrate an understanding of the basic concepts and/or skills. Progressing (PRG) The student is somewhat knowledge, but displays gaps in understanding. He/She demonstrates a limited understanding of the concepts and/or skills. Proficient (PRF) The student's knowledge and understanding about the topic indicates satisfactory performance. He/She demonstrates adequate understanding of the concepts and/or skills, but may include misconceptions or some inaccurate information. Advanced (ADV) The student is extremely knowledgeable and demonstrates in-depth understanding of the concepts and/or skills