Assessment of K-8 Learning

Catalog description

Assessment of K–8 Learners provides an in‑depth study of assessment principles, tools, and practices used to evaluate and support student learning in elementary and middle‑grade settings. The course examines the purposes and types of assessment and emphasizes how effective assessment guides instructional planning and promotes learning. Candidates learn to design valid and reliable assessments, interpret quantitative and qualitative data, provide meaningful feedback to students, and communicate results to families and colleagues. Additional topics include progress monitoring, assessment accommodations, grading and reporting, and the ethical use of student data. Through case studies and applied activities, students develop the knowledge and skills needed to implement comprehensive, evidence‑based assessment systems that support K–8 learners.