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Dec 22, 2024
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EDRL 475 - Assessment and Evaluation English Language Learners (3 units)
Explores the theory and practice of second language assessment and testing among K-12 students.
Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Fall, Spring, and Summer
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. demonstrate understanding of various issues of assessment (e.g. cultural and linguistic bias; political, social, and psychological factors) in assessment, IQ, and special education testing.
2. demonstrate understanding of the difference between language proficiency and other types of assessment (e.g. standardized achievement tests of overall mastery) as they affect academic learning of ELLs.
3. know and use a variety of standards-based language proficiency instruments to inform their instruction and understanding their uses for identification, placement, and demonstration of language growth of ELLs.
4. demonstrate fundamental knowledge needed to make program-level decisions (such as student admission, placement, and exit) and classroom-level decision (such as diagnostic, achievement, and proficiency) for those who plan to teach ESL or EFL.
5. know and use a variety of performance-based assessment tools and techniques to inform instruction.
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