ED 340 - Curriculum and Assessment in Teaching

Various theoretical approaches to instruction and assessment will be explored. Curriculum development will focus on the goals and objectives of instruction provided and the goals of instruction. Assessment methods will include classroom assessment and standardized assessments for K-12. Students will develop and share a variety of assessment tools and formats for classroom use. Students will become aware of the wider scope of assessment issues beyond the classroom including national, state, and local initiatives. Students will understand the impact of these assessments on the teaching and learning process. It is a required course of all students in one of the Teacher Education Programs.

Four credits.

Prerequisite(s): ED 130 and ED 322.