academic classification
[ə-ˈka-də-mik ˌkla-sə-fə-ˈkā-shən]
nounfemininepl: academic classifications / classificações acadêmicas
classificação acadêmica
1. The assignment of a grade, rank, or category to a student's academic performance or achievement level
The academic classification system at the university uses letter grades from A to F.
O sistema de classificação acadêmica da universidade utiliza notas de A a F.
2. A categorization or rating system used to evaluate student progress and competency in educational institutions
Students receive their academic classification at the end of each semester.
Os alunos recebem sua classificação acadêmica ao final de cada semestre.
3. The systematic arrangement or grouping of courses, students, or academic levels within an educational framework
The academic classification determines whether a student advances to the next grade level.
A classificação acadêmica determina se um aluno avança para o próximo nível.
In Brazil, academic classification is a significant factor in educational progression and can affect university entrance exams (ENEM). The system varies between institutions but generally uses numerical scales (0-10) or letter grades. In the USA, GPA and letter grades (A-F) are standard. Portuguese universities typically use a 0-20 scale. Academic classification is central to meritocratic educational systems in both countries.
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