What is the purpose of Mastery Checks (MCs) in the learning process?

The purpose of Mastery Checks (MCs) is to ensure that a student is ready to move on to the next subject. These assessments are designed to evaluate whether a student has fully understood the material and can demonstrate mastery before progressing to more advanced concepts. This approach helps to reinforce learning and ensures that students have the foundational knowledge they need, making their future learning more effective.

By confirming a student's readiness, Mastery Checks help to prevent gaps in knowledge that may hinder their ability to grasp subsequent, more complex topics. Mastery Checks focus on academic readiness rather than providing additional practice, evaluating social skills, or conducting a detailed group assessment, as those aspects fall outside their primary goal.