EDRL 529 - Evaluation in Reading and Language Arts Programs

Unit(s): 3

Philosophy, purposes, and procedures for evaluation of reading, writing, and oral language. Students examine a variety of evaluation tools and procedures (formal and informal, group and individual) with respect to how teachers can use these instruments and procedures to inform literacy instruction and intervention for diverse populations. Selected procedures are used with struggling readers to identify their reading and writing strengths and needs. Topics include the role of the literacy environment in evaluation results, methods of reporting progress to students, parents, and administrators, and the role of standardized testing in schools. Students develop criteria for reading and language arts program evaluation, maintenance, and enhancement.

Grading: GRD