SPSY 7722 - Assessment in School Psyc I

Institution:

Pennsylvania Western University

Subject:

School Psychology

Description:

This course provides an overview of school psychology and psychological assessment in schools. An introduction to historical, professional, legal, and ethical issues in psychological assessment in schools is provided. This course develops competence in administering, scoring, and interpreting intellectual and achievement tests. The statistical and psychometric underpinnings of the instruments are examined. The course emphasizes practical application of the results in school settings including report writing, definitional guidelines and legal provisions. Closed to non-majors.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.pennwest.edu/

Phone Number:

(724) 938-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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