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Foundations of Educational Assessment & Data-Based Decision Making

Course Overview

Date / Time Location Credits Minimium Tuition*
1/27/25 - 5/14/25
We 4p.m. – 6:45p.m.		 Wheatley W02-0158 3 $2557 (guest students)
Date
1/27/25 - 5/14/25
Time
We 4p.m. – 6:45p.m.
Location
Wheatley W02-0158
Credits
3
Min. Tuition*
$2557 (guest students)

Description

This course is an advanced introduction to assessment in core achievement domains (e.g., reading, mathematics, writing) that focuses on norm-referenced and curriculum-based assessment. It emphasizes educational assessment as a means of problem solving and using data from educational achievement measures to guide or inform decisions pertaining to: screening, progress, link to interventions, learning outcomes, and special education eligibility. Students are expected to demonstrate proficiency in the administration, scoring, and interpretation of achievement tests, in using assessment data to inform intervention recommendations, and in communicating findings orally and in writing. Success in this course is a primary indicator of student readiness for practicum.

Prerequisites

SPY G 602 and Graduate degree student in School Psychology

This course is closed for registration.

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Course Details

Session

Regular Academic Session

Class Dates

1/27/2025 - 5/14/2025

Location

Wheatley W02-0158

Enrolled / Capacity

16 / 18

Status

Closed

Tuition*

$2557 (guest students)

* The tuition estimate is based on minimum, single-course cost to a new student who is a Massachusetts resident and not enrolled in a multi-course program. State residency, online/in person modality, and matriculation to a degree program may affect cost.

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