READ 3750 - Literacy Assessment with Practicum

(4) Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Admission to the Educator Preparation Program
This course will provide course participants with a foundation in literacy assessment as well as assessment-based instruction through an embedded practicum model. Methods for identifying the strengths and meeting the needs of first- and second-language learners will be examined. Participants will gain experience using informal classroom assessment techniques such as informal reading inventories, running records, kid-watching notes, as well as other skills-based assessments. Participants will also learn to interpret standardized test data related to reading assessment and academic language development, including assessments for English language learners (ELLs). During the embedded practicum experience, participants will conduct a case study, using formal and informal assessment data to design, implement, and reflect upon an individualized plan to support a student with developing literacy skills.