EDUC 423 - Assessment Strategies/Reading

(3 hours) Prerequisites: Admission to the Teacher Education Program. Corequisites: For Early Childhood: EDUC 332, 390, and 391; For Elementary: EDUC 332 and 391. This course is a study of assessing and addressing the literacy needs and performance of students in grades P-6, based on performance data, personal background, individual learning styles, and classroom behavior. Candidates demonstrate the ability to assess the progress of individual students as well as that of the class as a whole by collecting data and making data driven decisions for individuals and program improvement. Candidates employ multiple measures for determining student growth and understanding and can clearly explain student performance to parents (through the use of data). Best practices in reading and language arts as well as recommended practices for traditional and authentic assessment will be addressed. A 10-hour practicum is required. Students are responsible for arranging their own transportation to designated or assigned sites. This course cannot be challenged. Note: Offered: Spring