Leslie Hardinge Library Guides: EDCI 645 Assessment for Learning

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Course Description

An exploration of the manner in which evaluative procedures contribute to the teaching/learning process and to the improvement of educational decisions. Topics include measurement theory; the alignment of evaluative procedures with teaching objectives; diagnostic, formative, and summative evaluation; the assessment of ability, achievement, aptitude, interest, and personality; alternative forms of evaluation, such as process and product assessment; the interpretation of standardized test data; the reporting of evaluative results; and trends and issues in instructional evaluation.

Suggested Search Terms and Subject Headings

Instructional Evaluation
Teaching - Evaluation
Lesson Planning
Education - Aims and Objectives
Educational Tests and Measurements

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