SPED 644 - Assessment in Special Education

Credits: 3
Provides information on the legal and technical aspects of standardized tests; practice in skills related to test selection and administration, and practice in interpretation of standardized test scores. Standardized tests of intelligence, academic achievement, behavior, psychological processes, adaptive behavior, learning aptitude, and career interests are examined. Knowledge and skills in observational assessment, portfolio and performance assessment, and curriculum-based assessment are also addressed with case study and/or IEP contexts.

Prerequisite(s): SPED 547 or consent of instructor.