ESP 528 Student Assessment and Evaluation

This course provides teacher candidates with necessary foundations, strategies, and understanding to successfully perform assessments and evaluations. Topics include referral process, informal and formal assessments, test administration, data interpretation and implementation of data into the Individualized Education Program/Plan (IEP). Candidates demonstrate selection of appropriate assessment tools and then accurately interpret data to develop and implement an IEP for children who qualify for special education services. This course includes components of state requirements for certification.

Credits

3

Outcomes

1. This course will prepare students to:
2. Analyze instruments/tests needed for assessment of a student with a suspected disability.
3. Interpret assessment data from curriculum-based assessments.
4. Demonstrate legal and ethical assessment practices and procedures.
5. Create and implement appropriate assessments for students in special education.