Maricopa Community Colleges  EDU216   20026-99999 
Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 06/25/02
EDU216 20026-99999 LEC 3 Credit(s) 3 Period(s)
Introduction to Assessment of Linguistically Diverse Learners
Introduction to the assessment of Limited English Proficient (LEP) students and programs. Identification, exiting, and ongoing assessment of student learning as well as legal issues and historical perspectives covered. Connection between assessment and instruction included. State standards emphasized. Designed for pre-baccalaureate students. Prerequisites: EDU225.
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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
 
EDU216   20026-99999 Introduction to Assessment of Linguistically Diverse Learners
1. Identify and describe federal and state mandates for the assessment of linguistically diverse students. (I)
2. Define test bias. (II)
3. Describe the function of language tests. (II)
4. Describe instruments used to assess students for placement in Limited English Proficient (LEP) programs. (III)
5. Identify and describe the connection between assessment and instruction. (IV)
6. Explain the various uses of assessment and their role in the education of LEP students. (V)
7. Identify ways in which state standards match the (TESOL) Teachers of English for Speakers of Other Languages standards in language arts. (VI)
8. Explain the importance of parental involvement in the assessment process. (VII)
9. Explain the cultural impact on assessment. (VII)
10. Describe current research in the area of assessment. (VIII)
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EDU216   20026-99999 Introduction to Assessment of Linguistically Diverse Learners
    I. Assessment Overview
        A. Historical perspective
        B. Federal laws
        C. Supreme court cases
        D. State mandates
      II. Concepts/Issues
          A. Terminology
          B. Bias
          C. Test protocols and manuals
          D. Over-representation in Special Education
          E. Under-representation in Special Education
        III. Assessment Instruments
          IV. Assessment/Instruction Connection
              A. Importance of method match
              B. Multiple measures
              C. Portfolios
              D. Multiple intelligences
            V. Assessment Usage
                A. Placement in LEP programs
                B. Exiting criteria
                C. Measuring academic progress
                D. Placement in special education
              VI. State Standards
                VII. Role of Parents
                    A. Notification
                    B. Partners
                    C. Socio-cultural assessments
                  VIII. Research
                      A. Current practices
                      B. Future
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