EDFI 540 Assessment and Diagnosis of Reading Difficulties

This last course in the reading core focuses upon reading diagnosis and correction techniques. Students will conduct case studies and spend 50 hours with experienced/licensed teachers in clinical remedial reading settings. Topics include interpreting standardized and informal test results, identifying authentic assessments that provide multiple indicators of student progress, developing appropriate interventions, analyzing assessment tools and working effectively with classroom teachers to develop effective classroom or home interventions.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

EDFI 525 and either EDFI 530, EDFI 535, EDFI 538 or EDFI 539