SPED 2970 - Assessment of Students with and without Disabilities

3 cr. 3 hr. Day course offered every Semester. Also offered evenings.

This course provides candidates with the knowledge to use a variety of formal and informal assessments to plan, evaluate and strengthen instruction as well as to measure student learning and growth. This course introduces candidates to the assessment process, describes a comprehensive evaluation, and addresses legal assessment and eligibility regulations. Candidates analyze data from assessments to write Individual Educational Plans as well as evaluation reports. A pre-practicum of 15 hours is required if not taken in conjunction with EDUC 3740 or SPED 3100. This course is also taken in conjunction with SPED 3520 or SPED 3720. Required for all Early Childhood and Special Education Majors.

Prerequisite(s): Successful Passage of Stage One Education Unit Review.