printer friendly pageEDUC 203: Using International Test Results in Educational Research
The course will analyze the origin and rationales given for various international tests, including FIMS, SIMS, TIMSS, PISA, the UNESO tests in Latin America and Africa, and how they have been used in research and educational policy. The readings will cover the critiques leveled at such tests, the pros and cons about each type of test, the advantages and limitations of using international test data for policy research. The class will probably also do group projects utilizing data from the tests so students can familiarize themselves directly with the data.
Terms: Win
| Units: 4
Instructors:
Carnoy, M. (PI)
;
Solano-Flores, G. (PI)
EDUC 203A: Tutoring: Seeing a Child through Literacy (EDUC 103A)
In this service-learning course, participants experience the world of school and print through the eyes of a child. Enrolled students learn about literacy development and instruction with diverse learners and are prepared to tutor a child in grades K-2. Attendance is required for tutoring two times per week in addition to the weekly class meeting. May be repeated for credit. Cardinal Course certified by the Haas Center for Public Service.
Terms: Aut
| Units: 3-4
| Repeatable
10 times
(up to 40 units total)
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