Grading Suggestions - Golf, Kayak, and Video Game
Praxar Grading Suggestions
Choosing a grading outline that fits your teaching style can make the simulation a more effective learning experience. To support you, we’ve prepared three suggested approaches that highlight different pedagogical priorities. These outlines are meant as a starting point to save you time, provide clarity for students, and ensure that the assessment aligns with the learning outcomes you value most.
Recommendation: Choose a grading outline before introducing the simulation so students know from the start how they’ll be evaluated and can align their efforts accordingly.Option 1: Participation-Centred
Best for instructors who value engagement and experiential learning over “winning” the simulation. Students are rewarded for showing up, engaging, and collaborating with peers.
Weighting Example
Individual Prep Work (Tutorials + Practice Zone) – 20%
Completion of Praxar Tutorials and at least three practice rounds in their Practice Zone.
Simulation Engagement – 40%
Measured by the percentage of saved decisions throughout the rounds.
Collaboration (360 Peer Evaluation) – 25%
Based on teammates' 360 Peer Evaluation results.
Reflection – 15%
Logbook: students describe what they learned and how they contributed.
OR: short Praxar Questionnaire (15 questions).
Option 2: Reflection-Centred
Best for instructors who emphasize critical thinking, self-awareness, and learning from mistakes. Grades focus on personal growth and the ability to connect theory with practice.
Weighting Example
Individual Prep Work (Tutorials) – 10%
Completion of Praxar Tutorials.
Simulation Outcomes (Metrics/KPIs) – 20%
Ensures accountability for decision-making.
Reflection (Logbooks) – 40%
Multiple Logbook entries required, connecting simulation experiences to course concepts.
Collaboration (360 Peer Evaluation) - 30%
Based on teammates' 360 Peer Evaluation results.
Option 3: Metrics/KPI-Centred
Best for instructors who want an applied-business approach, similar to case competitions or real-world performance. Grades emphasize measurable results, with reflection included to capture learning behind the numbers.
Weighting Example
Prep Work (Tutorials) – 10%
Completion of Praxar Tutorials.
Simulation Outcomes (Metrics/KPIs) – 60%
Golf: Share Value, Social/Environmental Score
Kayak: Share Value, Net Sales, Employee Satisfaction
Videogame: Share Value, Sales, Games Sold
Simulation Engagement – 10%
Measured by the percentage of saved decisions.
Reflection (Logbook) – 20%
Short Logbook entry linking decisions and results to learning objectives.
See instructional video here.
Tip: These outlines are flexible. Instructors may adjust weightings or combine elements from different options to best suit their course design.These outlines highlight only a selection of the many KPIs and metrics available in the simulation. They are provided as suggestions.
Category | #1 Participation-Centred | #2 Reflection-Centred | #3 Metrics/KPI-Centred |
Prep Work (Tutorials/Practice) | 20% - Tutorials + min. 3 practice rounds | 10% - Tutorials | 10% Tutorials |
Simulation Engagement | 40% - % of saved decisions each round | - | 10% - % of saved decisions each round |
Simulation Outcomes (KPIs) | - | 20% - Accountability for decisions | 60% - Key performance metrics (varies by sim) |
Collaboration & Peer Evaluation | 25% - Teammate evaluations | 30% - Teammate evaluations | - |
| Reflection (Logbook/Questionnaire) | 15% - Short Logbook or Questionnaire | 40% Multiple Logbooks linking theory to practice | 20% Short Logbook on results |
Best for… | Instructors emphasizing participation, collaboration, and effort | Instructors emphasizing growth, critical thinking, and self-awareness | Instructors emphasizing results, business performance, and applied learning |
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