EDUC 6346 - Assessment Principles and Implementation

3 hrs

Emphasis of different theoretical models of instruction and assessment and their application in culturally diverse classrooms with a focus on vertical alignment of the curriculum and integration of technology. Emphasis on formative and summative criterion-referenced assessments including a blue print for assessment with rubrics, portfolios, test modifications, and understanding reliability and validity on norm-referenced tests for diverse learners. Collaborative, problem solving and critical thinking process to examine student learning; address real-world learning outcomes and educational goals in today’s classroom for all students (e.g. Lesson Study Approach).