EDSP 741 - Comprehensive Assessment for Exceptional Learners (3 credits)

This course focuses on assessment (e.g., norm-referenced, criterion-referenced, and curriculum-based measurement, and informal and informal testing) in the context of classrooms and educational systems with emphasis on the determination of individual needs and development of plans to meet needs. This course covers the use and interpretation of formal and informal diagnostic tests, procedures calculated to determine instructional levels, and procedures for exceptional learners. Emphasis is on interpretation for instruction, eligibility determination, placement decisions, and report writing. TBA