The Evolution of Assessment: Classroom and Policy Uses

1 Course Unit

This course explores the evolution and diverse uses of assessment in four major areas: the historical roots of testing and the development of the achievement testing industry; the rising interest and exploration of alternative forms of assessment; how teachers employ a variety of assessments in their classrooms; and how policymakers use assessment for decision-making and accountability purposes. Prerequisite: Permission needed from department. Not Offered Every Year 1 Course Unit