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Foundations of Educational Assessment and Data-Based Decision Making

Course #: SPY G 603

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.

Pre Requisites: Pre-req = SPY G 602 and Graduate degree student in School Psychology

Offered in:

2026 Fall

Section Class Number Schedule/Time Instructor Location
01 10080 W
7:00 - 9:45 pm
Paskiewicz,Tracy Wheatley-Peters W02-0127
Session: Regular
Class Dates: 09/08/2026 - 12/11/2026
Capacity: 20
Enrolled: 13
Status: Open
Credits: 3/3
Class Notes: The course material costs for this course are unknown
Pre Requisites: Pre-req = SPY G 602 and Graduate degree student in School Psychology
Course Attributes: Course Material Costs Unknown