Literacy and Assessment for Multilingual Learners

Catalog description

This course delves into the distinctive aspects of assessments for multilingual learners, recognizing the divergences from assessments designed for native speakers. Relay students will gain insight into the nuanced purposes of assessment, encompassing identification, placement, and reclassification for multilingual learners. Exploring the critical elements of validity, reliability, and equity, Relay students will analyze both formative and summative language assessments. Applying this knowledge to their teaching contexts, participants will strategically plan or revise formative assessments, ensuring effectiveness and equity. Furthermore, the course empowers Relay students to respond adeptly to classroom data, utilizing various sources to inform instructional decisions.