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Assessment in Special and Inclusive Education is a course for teachers looking to expand their knowledge of assessment with regards to the special needs classroom or an inclusive classroom. The course focuses on both classroom-based tests designed to inform instruction and intervention, as well as more formal standardized tests that are commonly used to determine eligibility for special education.
With an emphasis on improved outcomes, participants will learn how to go beyond efforts designed to make predictions about students' lives to efforts that can make a difference in the lives of the students they serve.
180 Days
February 15, 2023
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Duration: Self-paced -to be completed within a 6-month time frame. Instructor support included.
Credits: 45 Clock Hours | 45 PDUs | 4.5 CEUs | 3 SH in Special Education.
Assessment in Special and Inclusive Education is a course for teachers looking to expand their knowledge of assessment with regards to the special needs classroom or an inclusive classroom. The course focuses on both classroom-based tests designed to inform instruction and intervention, as well as more formal standardized tests that are commonly used to determine eligibility for special education. With an emphasis on improved outcomes, participants will learn how to go beyond efforts designed to make predictions about students' lives to efforts that can make a difference in the lives of the students they serve.
Learning Outcomes:
The participant will be able to demonstrate competence in effective listening and communication skills, knowledge of teaching as a reflective process, understand the make-up of standardized tests commonly used to determine eligibility for special education, apply knowledge to assess their students' skills and abilities, and guide teachers on how to readers how to use assessment go beyond predictions about students and their abilities.
ADRA offers online courses for teachers that are the ultimate in convenience. Whether for salary advancement or recertification, ADRA offers you the best in continuing education.
Courses taken solely for professional development (college credits not included) can be used to meet your recertification or professional development needs (be sure to check with your district/state to determine eligibility). Participants receive a Certificate of Completion listing the course title and number of professional development hours.
Courses taken for professional development college credit receive both a Certificate of Completion for your records and an official Transcript.
Course Curriculum
Instructor:
Dr. Sara Hoefler currently engages in private practice for child and adolescent behavior, parent coaching, and life skills coaching. With 25 years of experience in the field, she is an expert in special education.
Her years as a principal of a K-12 school serving exclusively special needs students has given her expertise and insight into how to best work with parents to find the most appropriate options for their children socially, academically, and developmentally.
She holds current certifications in education (K-12) and brings hands-on experience. Dr. Hoefler also co-authored and organized training events in Special Education meditations for teachers, mediators, and lawyers through the Alternative Dispute Resolution Academy.
Needed for Recertification