ESL 604 - Assessment of the Bilingual Student

3 hours
The emphasis in this course is on a research-based and practical approach to the foundations and characteristics of language assessment. Topics covered include evaluation and structure of assessments; analysis of formal and informal assessments; creation of language assessment instruments for various purposes; using appropriate technology for assessment; and using assessment results for the improvement of teaching. ESL-604 includes a 20 clock-hour practicum in a school setting with bilingual or multilingual students. GR