EDU 215 - Principles of Instructional Assessment

3 credit hours - Three hours weekly; one term.
Explore the principles and concepts of educational measurement and the application of assessment measures and processes in the learning environment. Practice using various assessment techniques, interpreting assessment data and recognizing ethical issues in the assessment of learning. Discover the uses of portfolios, development of grading and scoring procedures and construction and analysis of teacher-made tests.

Prerequisite(s): A bachelor’s degree and seeking teacher certification or permission from department chair.

Location(s) Typically Offered: Online (OL)

Term(s) Typically Offered: Fall, spring, and summer

Course Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

1. Explain the terminology and relationships between teaching, learning, and assessment.

2. Discuss the impact of traditional and alternative assessment practices on K-12 students and educators.

3. Discuss the various factors that impact the assessment process.

4. Identify the principles and components of assessment, testing, diverse assessment types, as well as the ethical impact of these assessments on students.

5. Implement educational assessment research in the field of education.