Candidates will be introduced, through theory and practice, to a variety of literacy assessment tools applicable in grades 4-12. Assessment tools for text comprehension, fluency and vocabulary will be explored with a strong connection to current best practice and research. Candidates will become aware of ways to analyze data for student achievement at the school and district levels. Additionally, students will be introduced to the current means by which to monitor progress in those settings.

Prerequisites: EDUC6400, RDSP6700, RDSP6710, RDSP6720, EDUC6400 and SPED6020 3 Credits