Assessment and Testing provides Learners working in educational settings opportunities to research and understand the underpinnings of the current No Child Left Behind legislation as it relates to accountability and high stakes testing. Learners will study historical precedents, local and federal accountability rules, intended and unintended consequences of high stakes testing, as well as the impact of high stakes testing on the individual student, the school, the community, and the country. Issues related to standardized tests commonly used in education settings are examined. This CAGS is aligned to the Curriculum and Teaching specialization.

CT5000 - Curriculum and Instructional Strategies

This course provides an overview of theories, principles, practices and issues in curriculum and instruction. It explores the pedagogical and curricular requirements in schools and integrates theory and practice. This course focuses on the design, implementation and evaluation of curricula. Using six architectural principles as a framework, the course investigates strategies and methods to teach diverse learners.

CT5008 - High Stakes Testing: Implications for Teaching and Learning

This course provides Learners working in educational settings opportunities to research and understand the underpinnings of the current No Child Left Behind legislation as it relates to accountability and high stakes testing. Learners will study historical precedents, local and federal accountability rules, intended and unintended consequences of high stakes testing, as well as the impact of high stakes testing on the individual student, the school, the community, and the country. Learners will be encouraged to distinguish between testing and accountability. Reflection and discussion will enhance deep understanding.

ED5014 - School Organization

Examines the organizational structure of schools and school systems and their relationships to and effects on school programs, teaching strategies, testing and measurement, and evaluaton of programs in schools.

ED5029 - Measurement and Assessment in Education

This course is designed to facilitate graduate students in acquiring the fundamental concepts, principles, theories, and techniques of educational measurement and classroom assessment. The underlying premise for the value of such knowledge for educators is that it is necessary for sound educational decision-making. Moreover, graduate students will acquire competence in the planning and development of informal classroom assessments and the evaluation of standardized tests.

LTM5008 - Assessment Strategies for Technology Management in Education

This course examines applications of technology in design and development of assessment techniques and instruments. Current assessment tools and strategies will be explored and evaluated including design and development of assessment plans, teacher-made tests, alternative and multicultural assessment instruments, and portfolios. Program evaluation, standardized testing in education, and the relationship of learning, assessment and decision-making will also be examined.

LTM5012 - Leadership in Educational Technology

This course provides a comprehensive approach to understanding the components necessary for educational leaders to make decisions regarding technology. These components include planning, designing, implementing and evaluating educational technology. This course focuses specifically on the societal issues that relate to the use of technology in schools, effective professional development for staff, as well as the factors involved in local, state, and national technology planning.