C I 3400 - Policies and Practices in Educational Assessment (2)

When Offered: Fall; Spring
Prospective teachers will critically examine factors that influence assessment practices and policies in districts, schools, and classrooms. They will consider how formative and summative data are and can be used to evaluate student learning and improve teacher instruction. They will design and develop a variety of assessments for student learning. Prospective teachers will analyze accountability systems, standardized testing, and high-stakes decision making. A grade of “C” (2.0) or higher must be earned.
Prerequisites: C I 2300, FDN 2400, PSY 3010, and admission to teacher education.