EDBE 5570 - Assessing Language and Content Learning in EC–12 Bilingual and English as a Second Language Education

3 hours

Examination of issues related to assessment of language proficiency and cognitive abilities of EC–12 English language learners, including the importance of appropriate diagnostic testing to the teaching and learning process; a review of potential cultural bias in EC–12 assessment procedures for assessing eligibility of EC–12 students for special language programs.

Prerequisite(s): None.