Assessing Achievement with the ELL in Mind

Description

In this course, you will learn:

• Develop theories of authentic assessment as they pertain to second language learners.
• Create formative and summative assessment types that address language and content objectives.
• Use project and task-based assignments as assessment strategies for ELLs.
• Create rubrics that are aligned with your ELL's language and content objectives.
• Use rubrics, both language and topic, to assess the work of your ELL(s).
• Support your ELL(s) when they take standardized tests.

Syllabus:

• Introduction to Authentic Assessment with the ELL in Mind
• Formative and Summative Assessment with the ELL in Mind
• Alternative Assessments with the ELL in Mind
• Grading with the ELL in Mind
• Project Based Assessment with the ELL in Mind