EDUC 345 - Assessment

(3 credits)

In this course, students will develop an understanding of the assessment process. Various approaches to assessment will be explored, including: norm-referenced standardized tests; curriculum-based assessment and measurement, criterion referenced assessments, performance-based, authentic, and portfolio assessment; observations, interviews, and conferences. Students will be given instruction on how to identify, administer, interpret and plan instruction based on each of the following assessment components in a standards-aligned system: Authentic, Screening, Diagnostic, Formative, Benchmark, and Summative. Special attention will be given to the use of formative assessment in progress monitoring, through explicit instruction, clinical assignments and special projects. Students will complete field experience in an area school or educational setting. Required clearances will be needed to participate in field experiences.