đ Grading Policy
Thien Motors Academy â Effective: March 2026
DEAC Accreditation Standard IV.F â Grading Policies
Grading Scale
All lesson assessments are scored on a 0â100% scale. The following grading scale applies to all courses offered by Thien Motors Academy:
| Score Range | Grade | Status | Certificate Eligible |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90% â 100% | A | Excellent | â Yes |
| 80% â 89% | B | Above Average | â Yes |
| 70% â 79% | C | Satisfactory | â Yes |
| Below 70% | F | Below Standard | â No (until improved) |
Assessment Policy
Quiz Attempts
- Each student receives a maximum of 2 attempts per lesson quiz.
- The best score of all attempts is permanently recorded.
- Quiz questions are drawn from lesson content covered in the video, reading, and instructional materials.
Final Course Grade
- The final course grade is the cumulative average of all lesson quiz best scores.
- Homework submissions are evaluated on a completion basis and contribute to engagement metrics.
- Discussion participation is recorded and visible to instructors.
Minimum Passing Standard
- A minimum cumulative average of 70% is required to pass a course and receive a certificate.
- Students below 70% are encouraged to review materials and retake available quizzes.
Assessment Return & Feedback
- Quiz scores are posted immediately upon submission (automated grading).
- Homework assignments are reviewed by instructors within 5 business days.
- Students receive feedback via the Student Dashboard and by email notification.
Grade Appeals
- Students who believe a grade was recorded in error may submit a formal complaint within 30 days of the grade posting.
- Appeals are reviewed by the Chief Academic Officer (CAO) within 10 business days.
- The CAO's decision is final.
Incomplete Grades & Course Extensions
- Students who cannot complete a course due to documented extenuating circumstances may request an Incomplete (I) grade via email to admin@namecentury.com.
- Incomplete grades must be resolved within 90 days of the original course end date.
- After 90 days, an unresolved Incomplete converts to a grade based on completed work.
Questions about grading? Contact your instructor via the Discussion tab in your lesson, or email admin@namecentury.com.