SPED 4330 - Assessment and Data-Based Decision Making in Special Education

The purpose of this course is to introduce students to assessment within a multi=tiered system of support emphasizing progress monitoring and data-based decision making for screening, classification, instructional planning, and evaluation. Topics will include principles of measurements, informal and formal assessment procedures, use and limitations of assessments, legal and ethical issues in assessments, and using technology to conduct assessments. Program requires a grade of “CB” or better.

Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: Department approval and concurrent enrollment in SPED 4040 and SPED 4340.

Credits: 3 hours

Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Special Education: Learning Disabilities/Emotional Impairments.

When Offered: Spring