EDUC 3633 - Assessment in Special Education SL

Institution:

Northwestern Oklahoma State University

Subject:

Description:

This course is designed to provide the student with an understanding of the assessment process and the concrete, practical skills necessary to assess persons at all levels (PK-12) with mild/moderate disabilities including mild learning disabilities, mild emotional and behavioral disabilities, and mild mental retardation. Ethical concerns relating to assessment and the legal provisions and regulations of the assessment process will be studied. Students will investigate the strengths, weaknesses, and procedures required to implement both informal assessment instruments. The criteria for the selection of assessment tools including the influence of diversity and appropriateness will be studied. Students will learn to interpret data and understand the relationship between assessment, placement, and instructional decisions regarding the individual needs of special learners.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.nwosu.edu

Phone Number:

(580) 327-1700

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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