EDUC 355 - Obs and Assessment Practices in Early Child and Early Child Spec Educ Pre-K-Kinder Clinical Exp

Students will be introduced to early childhood assessment practices and appropriate assessment tools and methods for children birth through kindergarten. Students will develop an understanding of responsible assessment and about ways to include families and other professionals in the process. Students will enhance their understanding of the IEP/IFSP requirements and about adapting assessment strategies to be appropriate for young children with special needs. Students will have an opportunity to review program assessment by completing a program assessment tool. Many of the assignments include a clinical experience component.

Credits: 1
Terms Offered: Spring
Prerequisites: Declared education major, PSY 230
Corequisites: EDUC 354