EDRD 6717: An Introduction to Reading Assessment & Instruction

3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Admission to program and evidence of passing criminal background check, completion of EDRD 6715,
This course provides an introduction to reading assessment instruments and intervention strategies used for understanding and meeting the individual reading needs of P-12 students. Students in this course will examine both informal and formal assessments including technology-based assessment as well as research supported intervention strategies. Students will use assessment data to plan, evaluate, and revise effective reading intervention instruction that meets the needs of students.

Note: A field component is included, no more than 15 hours of field experience is required. EDRD 6718 may be taken out of sequence.