EDU 551 - Assessment

Description:
Research theory and practice relevant to selecting, scoring, and interpreting educational assessments. Developing, evaluating and applying tests and procedures in the measurement of intelligence, aptitude and behavior.

Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: must be accepted into the Teacher Certification MAT Program.

Credits:
(3)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Apply basic principles of sound assessment practices when addressing specific learner needs [application]
Select appropriate assessment methods in making instructional decisions [knowledge]
Develop assessment methods appropriate for instruction [synthesis]
Interpret the results of an externally-produced assessment instrument [analysis]
Use assessment results in instructional planning and teaching [application]
Communicate assessment results to varied stakeholders [synthesis]
Recognize and appropriately act against the unethical, illegal, and otherwise, inappropriate assessment methods and uses of assessment information [analysis]
Recognize the implications of educational assessment for social justice [analysis]
Discern critical issues related to the role of assessment in public school accountability and high stakes testing [analysis]

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
6/4/19

Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
Summer Locations Ellensburg