Development, administration, scoring, analysis, and interpretation of classroom educational assessments used in the service of instruction and accountability objectives. Although classroom approaches are emphasized, standardized measures are also studied. Offered every year. Educational Program and Project Evaluation. Innovative or ongoing educational programs, projects, or curricula.
Consideration is made of goal specification, data collection, standard setting, and reporting.
Interdisciplinary points of view are stressed. Offered every year. Qualitative Research Traditions. Reading and evaluating reports of qualitative research in education and identifying methodological issues. Not offered on a regular basis.