EDUC 574Asmnt/Inst Lrners w/Mild Disab

Catalog

This course presents various models of assessment that will help determine the needs of students with varying learning problems. Assessment and intervention are linked to promote optimal student outcomes. Candidates learn to evaluate and interpret various tests, rating scales, and classroom-based assessments to determine appropriate instructional strategies. Assessment procedures by other service providers such as speech and language pathologists are identified. Curriculum-based assessment and measurement are examined as an operational model to assist teaching and learning. Applications of assistive technology to support instruction and assessment are explored.