Educational and Psychological Measurements in Special Education - Summer 2016

LEARNING ENHANCEMENT PROGRAMS

Steve Medeiros Dean, IIC medeiross@acs.gr

Chris Perakis - Evloyia Director, LEP perakisc@acs.gr

SAVE THE DATE

FOR A COURSE IN EDUCATIONAL AND PSYCHOLOGICAL MEASUREMENTS IN SPECIAL EDUCATION Dates: July 4th -9th, 2016 Place: ACS, Athens Open to: Psychologists, Counselors, Special Educators, Speech Therapists, Occupational Therapists and other professionals For further information, please contact us at: edutesting@acs.gr Purpose

The course is designed to develop educator’s skills in formal and informal measurement and diagnostic techniques.

The course will provide instructional experiences that will bring an expansion of: a. The theoretical concept of assessment; b. Practice with formal assessment instruments; c. Utilizing assessment data to program specifically for the special needs student; d. Interpreting assessment data in conferences with teachers and families.

Instructors Dr. Michael Castleberry: Professor, (George Washington University) Chris Perakis: Director,(Educational & Diagnostic testing center, Learning Enhancement Programs, ACS Athens) Anna Makris: Psychologist & Academy counselor (ACS Athens) Cynthia Ouaijan: Clinical Psychologist (ACS Athens)

An ACS Athens Initiative

129 Aghias Paraskevis Street & Kazantzaki, Halandri, 15234, Athens GREECE T: +30 210 6393200 F: +30 210 6390051 www.acs.gr

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COURSE IN EDUCATIONAL AND PSYCHOLOGICAL MEASURMENTS IN SPECIAL EDUCATION Instructors:

Dr. Michael Castleberry (George Washington University) Chris Perakis (Director of LEP, & Edutesting, ACS Athens) Anna Makris (Psychologist, ACS Athens) Cynthia Ouaijan (Psychologist, ACS Athens)

Schedule Morning session: 9:00 – 12:00 noon Afternoon session: 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.

Monday, July 4, 2016 Tuesday, July 5, 2016 Wednesday, July 6, 2016 Thursday, July 7, 2016 Friday, July 8, 2016 Saturday July 9, 2016

Course Sessions DATE

TOPIC

ASSIGNED

Day 1 a.m.

Course Introduction and Overview

Day 1 p.m.

Review of achievement tests;

S&Y, Part I; Chs. 15-18

Day 2 a.m.

Presenting test data;

Day 2 p.m.

Report Format

Day 3 a.m.

Review of diagnostic reports

Day 3 p.m.

Report recommendations/ guiding instruction

Day 4 a.m.

Presentation of reports Data

Day 4 p.m.

Day 5 p.m.

Interpretation/Presentation of Assessment Information for Families Conferencing and Team Meetings cont.; Summary Testing, observations, and feedback for all students Presentation of Testing Results and Reports

Day 6

Summary and Conclusions

Day 7

Review Sessions and Extended time for those needed

Day 5 a.m.

S&Y, Part II

S&Y, Part III

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Description Student learning outcomes Course Objectives: Trainees will demonstrate the ability to objectively observe, record and maintain student behavior records, to describe the intent and content of specific formal instruments and authentic data sources, collect and maintain a diagnostic record, analyze and report authentic assessment information, refine their diagnostic skills in the administration of specific formal and authentic tests/approaches in each area of development, and communicate about options for programs and services that may be required or needed by a child or family at the next level and assist in facilitating a transition.

1. Trainees will demonstrate the ability to objectively observe, record, and maintain student behavior records; Evidence: IEP assignment 2. Trainees will demonstrate the ability to describe the intent and content of specific formal instruments and authentic data sources integrated in the assessment battery utilized with special needs children that address: a. cognitive abilities b. content area academic achievement abilities c. social and emotional development d. fine, gross, and perceptual-motor abilities e. adaptive behavior strategies and techniques Evidence: performance on mid-term examination 3. Trainees will demonstrate the ability to collect, maintain a diagnostic record, analyze, and report authentic assessment information in written and narrative format for the purpose of educational programming and placement; Evidence: diagnostic report performance 4. Trainees will refine their diagnostic skills in the administration of specific formal and authentic tests/approaches in each area of development; Evidence: administration of reports/examination of report protocols 5. Trainees will demonstrate the ability to modify or adapt tests/test items based upon testing need and specific child characteristics; Evidence: report narrative/examination of report protocol 6. Trainees will have the ability to participate as a team member and collaborate with other related service professionals and families in the sharing and interpretation of formal and authentic assessment information related to educational programming and placement; Evidence: review of teaming section of notebook 7. Trainees will demonstrate the knowledge of and ability to communicate about options for program and services that may be required or needed by a child or family at the next level and assist in facilitating a transition:

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Evidence: review of family section of notebook Brief outline of instruction Course Format: 1.

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Lecture Discussion Simulations Demonstrations

Readings/Resouces/Materials: Salvia and Ysseldyke Assessment in Special and Inclusive Education, 10/11thEditions Selected Handouts to be sent to you after registration.

Review of Diagnostic Testing/Reports: Psycho-educational reports will be presented for review and interpretation Course Grading Criteria: Written Reports (2) Participation In-class assignments Final Exam

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College Credit will be available from SUNY Buffalo State. Check website for registration form and how to receive credit upon completion.

Save your place today! Seats are limited! Cost: 700 euros Contact: edutesting@acs.gr For direct deposit mention your name and Testing course Alpha Bank account Holder : Ινστιτουτο Καινοτομιας και Δημιουργικοτητας IIC (Institute for Innovation & Creativity) IBAN : GR5601402090209002320003144 Account : 209 00 2320 003144 SWIFT : CRBAGRAA