TEL 619 - Assessment for Teaching English Learners (3)

Addresses methods of assessment for teaching English Learners (EL) with an emphasis on a systemic assessment process as well as ethical and intercultural sensitivity. Students will be introduced to criteria to ensure consistent identification of EL students, as well as to determine their eligibility, placement and duration of programs and services based on English language proficiency assessment. Candidates will acquire knowledge and skills related to language proficiency assessments that are linked to the Kentucky Academic Standards, appropriate standardized assessments and formative and summative assessments used for English Learners. Candidates will be prepared to analyze assessment results to create intervention plans and to design instruction and monitor progress for English Learners. This course is designed to provide methods for assessing the effectiveness of school-based language instructional programs to inform future program improvements.

Prerequisite(s): None
Grading Method: Letter Grade
Fee: Yes
Term Typically Offered: Spring