Assessment in Bilingual and ESL Programs. (3-0) 3 Credit Hours

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This course is a review of research in the areas of assessing linguistically diverse students and the sociocultural dimensions of standardized testing, academic achievement, and accountability. Examination of processes for assessing language proficiency and content-area knowledge in bilingual/dual-language and English as a Second Language programs. Critical evaluations of standardized tests of language proficiency and literacy. Development of alternative and authentic language, literacy, and content-area assessment techniques. Utilization of tools to evaluate assessment data for evidence-based decision-making. Evaluation of the fidelity of dual-language program implementation. Course Fees: DL01 $75; GH01 $90; LEA2 $25; LRH1 $20.54; STSH $30.81.