SED 523 - Assessment for Diverse Contemporary Classrooms

Credit(s): 3

This course will provide a foundational understanding, both theoretical and practical, of the essential elements of educational assessment with a focus on diverse populations. In particular, formative and summative assessment methods will receive a strong focus, as well as numerous other assessment strategies for diverse learners, including placement, diagnostic, self and peer assessment, alternative, authentic and portfolio assessment. Measurements, test construction, validity and reliability also will be course topics. The course also will address standardized testing and data disaggregation.
Prerequisite(s): SED 521 and SED 525