Excellence

Alexander W. Astin, Anthony Lising Antonio

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Excellence

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

The Philosophy and Practice of Assessment and Evaluation in Higher Education

by Alexander W. Astin, Anthony Lising Antonio

Reading Level 7 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 13+ Sweet Spot

The text is written at a 7th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

What if schools had to prove they're really helping students grow their talents? Imagine a world where every test and report card shows not just grades but true progress. How would schools change if they focused more on helping you shine than just ticking boxes?

Themes

Study and teachingYoung adult fictionEducation PolicyTalent Development

Quick Assessment

This book explores the evolving landscape of educational assessment in higher education, emphasizing a talent development approach over traditional methods. It addresses the pressures institutions face to demonstrate accountability and offers frameworks for improving educational outcomes. Suitable for mature teens and adults interested in education policy, it contains some complex concepts and statistical analysis.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
6
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

381 pages
ISBN
9789998057579
Pages
381
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Published
September 1988
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Books and ReadingCongressesTeenagersYoung Adult Fiction, AmericanPerforming Arts/Dance