The Abcs Of Curriculum Based Evaluation

Author : John L. Hosp
Publisher : Guilford Publications
ISBN 13 : 1462513654
Total Pages : 178 pages
Book Rating : 4.59/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The ABCs of Curriculum-Based Evaluation written by John L. Hosp and published by Guilford Publications. This book was released on 2014-01-13 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides a practical guide to curriculum-based evaluation (CBE), which helps educators solve learning problems by making data-based decisions about what and how to teach. CBE offers clear procedures for analyzing PreK-12 students' academic skills, determining where instruction needs to focus, and evaluating progress. Written in an engaging, step-by-step style, the book features examples throughout that illustrate the problem-solving process. The use of curriculum-based measurement (CBM) as a data collection technique is discussed. Reproducible planning and implementation tools are included; the large-size format facilitates photocopying. Purchasers also get access to a Web page where they can download and print the reproducible materials. This book is in The Guilford Practical Intervention in the Schools Series, edited by Sandra M. Chafouleas. See also The ABCs of CBM: A Practical Guide to Curriculum-Based Measurement, by Michelle K. Hosp, John L. Hosp, and Kenneth W. Howell, which provides hands-on instructions for implementing a core technique used in CBE.

Author : Michelle K. Hosp
Publisher : Guilford Publications
ISBN 13 : 1462524664
Total Pages : 258 pages
Book Rating : 4.62/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The ABCs of CBM, Second Edition written by Michelle K. Hosp and published by Guilford Publications. This book was released on 2016-04-05 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Machine generated contents note: 1. What Is CBM and Why Should I Do It? -- 2. CBM for Assessment and Problem Solving -- 3. How to Conduct Early Reading CBM -- 4. How to Conduct Reading CBM -- 5. How to Conduct Spelling CBM -- 6. How to Conduct Writing CBM -- 7. How to Conduct Early Numeracy CBM -- 8. How to Conduct Math CBM -- 9. How to Conduct Content-Area CBM -- 10. Charting and Graphing Data to Help Make Decisions -- 11. Planning to Use CBM--and Keeping It Going -- Appendix A. Norms for Early Reading CBM, OPR CBM, and Maze CBM -- Appendix B. Reproducible Quick Guides and Forms for Conducting CBM -- References -- Index

Author : Kenneth W. Howell
Publisher : Cengage Learning
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 550 pages
Book Rating : 4.77/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Curriculum-based Evaluation written by Kenneth W. Howell and published by Cengage Learning. This book was released on 1993 with total page 550 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A focus on what teachers can do, not on what special learners can't... This easy-to-understand book examines teacher-made tests and curricula as they relate to a child's success or failure. To break through the inertia of common practice in the classroom, the authors integrate the basic concepts of evaluation and instructions with the best current knowledge to generate productive classroom tools.Using a step-by-step approach, the authors show you: how to use the curriculum to meet the child's needs, how to assess in an ongoing way, andhow to recognize when instructional change is warranted.

Author : W. James Popham
Publisher : Corwin Press
ISBN 13 : 1506351530
Total Pages : 177 pages
Book Rating : 4.37/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The ABCs of Educational Testing written by W. James Popham and published by Corwin Press. This book was released on 2016-11-02 with total page 177 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Amplify your assessment literacy. Formative, data-driven, high-stakes—we all know the buzzwords surrounding educational testing. But we often shelve our understanding of these because they are overwhelmingly complex. Those who care about our schools and students—teachers, administrators, policymakers, parents, citizens—will discover how and why testing should be taken upon ourselves to advance. Using a nontechnical approach, this book offers fundamental knowledge to free you from testing fogginess—all framed around practical actions you can take to strengthen your assessment literacy. Inappropriate tests are leading to mistaken decisions, and this book provides everything you need to know to change that, including Reasons for tests Reliability/validity Fairness Test-building

Author : Michelle K. Hosp
Publisher : Guilford Press
ISBN 13 : 9781593853990
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.98/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The ABCs of CBM, First Edition written by Michelle K. Hosp and published by Guilford Press. This book was released on 2006-12-12 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This pragmatic, accessible book presents an empirically supported conceptual framework and hands-on instructions for conducting curriculum-based measurement (CBM) in grades K-8. The authors provide the tools needed to assess student learning in reading, spelling, writing, and math, and to graph the resulting data. The role of CBM in systematic instructional problem solving is explained. Every chapter includes helpful answers to frequently asked questions, and the appendices contain over 20 reproducible administration and scoring guides, forms, and planning checklists. The large-size format and lay-flat binding facilitate photocopying and day-to-day use. See also The ABCs of Curriculum-Based Evaluation: A Practical Guide to Effective Decision Making, by John L. Hosp, Michelle K. Hosp, Kenneth W. Howell, and Randy Allison, which presents a broader problem-solving model that utilizes CBM.

Author : John Hosp
Publisher : Dude Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9781935609575
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.72/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Curriculum-Based Measurement written by John Hosp and published by Dude Publishing. This book was released on 2012 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This reference guide provides an overview of the purposes and uses of curriculum-based measurement (CBM), a standardized approach to assessing student performance in order to inform educational and instructional decision making. This guide is designed for teachers, administrators, and other educators who are considering using CBM, want an introduction to CBM, or need a quick and easy reference. It is also useful for educators to use with parents and students as an introduction to CBM. Written by two of the authors of the national bestseller, The ABCs of CBM: A Practical Guide to Curriculum-Based Measurement.

Author : Michelle K. Hosp
Publisher : Guilford Press
ISBN 13 : 9781462524686
Total Pages : 244 pages
Book Rating : 4.80/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The ABCs of CBM, Second Edition written by Michelle K. Hosp and published by Guilford Press. This book was released on 2016-02-26 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Curriculum-based measurement (CBM) has been adopted by growing numbers of school districts and states since the publication of this definitive practitioner guide and course text. The second edition presents step-by-step guidelines for using CBM in screening, progress monitoring, and data-based instructional decision making in PreK-12. It describes the materials needed and all aspects of implementation in reading, spelling, writing, math, and secondary content areas. Twenty sets of reproducible CBM administration and scoring guides and other tools are provided; the large-size format and lay-flat binding facilitate photocopying. Purchasers get access to a Web page where they can download and print the reproducible materials. This book is in The Guilford Practical Intervention in the Schools Series, edited by T. Chris Riley-Tillman. New to This Edition: *Broader grade range--now has a chapter on secondary content areas. *Chapter on early numeracy; expanded content on early reading. *Nearly twice as many reproducible tools, including new or revised administration and scoring guides. *Key updates on graphing and on using online CBM databases. See also The ABCs of Curriculum-Based Evaluation, by John L. Hosp, Michelle K. Hosp, Kenneth W. Howell, and Randy Allison, which presents an overarching problem-solving model that utilizes CBM.

Author : Roger Pierangelo
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1510701338
Total Pages : 136 pages
Book Rating : 4.35/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Understanding Assessment in the Special Education Process written by Roger Pierangelo and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2015-09-01 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An ideal step-by-step reference for instructors who have not had specific training in assessing students with special needs, Understanding Assessment in the Special Education Process helps educators make the most effective use of available assessment options.

Author : Clifford J. Drew
Publisher : SAGE
ISBN 13 : 1412960746
Total Pages : 433 pages
Book Rating : 4.48/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Designing and Conducting Research in Education written by Clifford J. Drew and published by SAGE. This book was released on 2008 with total page 433 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The authors did an excellent job of engaging students by being empathetic to their anxieties while taking a research design course. The authors also present a convincing case of the relevancies of research in daily life by showing how information was used or misused to affect our personal and professional decisions." —Cherng-Jyh Yen, George Washington University A practice-oriented, non-mathematical approach to understanding, planning, conducting, and interpreting research in education Practical and applied, Designing and Conducting Research in Education is the perfect first step for students who will be consuming research as well as for those who will be actively involved in conducting research. Readers will find up-to-date examinations of quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-methods research approaches which have emerged as important components in the toolbox of educational research. Real-world situations are presented in each chapter taking the reader through various challenges often encountered in the world of educational research. Key Features: Examines quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-methods research approaches, which have emerged as important components in the toolbox of educational research Explains each step of the research process very practically to help students plan and conduct a research project in education Applies research in real-world situations by taking the reader through various challenges often encountered in field settings Includes a chapter on ethical issues in conducting research Provides a Student study site that offers the opportunity to interact with contemporary research articles in education Instructor Resources on CD provide a Computerized test bank, Sample Syllabi, General Teaching Tips and more Intended audience: This book provides an introduction to research that emphasizes the fundamental concepts of planning and design. The book is designed to be a core text for the very first course on research methods. In some fields the first course is offered at an undergraduate level whereas in others it is a beginning graduate class. "The book is perfect for introductory students. The language is top notch, the examples are helpful, and the graphic features (tables, figures) are uncomplicated and contain important information in an easy-to-understand format. Excellent text!" —John Huss, Northern Kentucky University "Designing and Conducting Research in Education is written in a style that is conducive to learning for the type of graduate students we teach here in the College of Education. I appreciate the 'friendly' tone and concise writing that the authors utilize." —Steven Harris, Tarleton State University "A hands on, truly accessible text on how to design and conduct research" —Joan P. Sebastian, National University

Author : Sarah B. Keating, EdD, MPH, RN, C-PNP, FAAN
Publisher : Springer Publishing Company
ISBN 13 : 0826174426
Total Pages : 320 pages
Book Rating : 4.20/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Curriculum Development and Evaluation in Nursing Education written by Sarah B. Keating, EdD, MPH, RN, C-PNP, FAAN and published by Springer Publishing Company. This book was released on 2017-12-02 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This is a detailed yet practical guide to planning, developing, and evaluating nursing curricula and educational programs. It provides a comprehensive and critical perspective on the totality of variables impacting curricular decisions...This book provides readers with a comprehensive overview of curriculum development, redesign, and evaluation processes...92 - 4 Stars" --Doody's Book Reviews Reorganized and updated to deliver practical guidelines for evidence-based curricular change and development, the fourth edition of this classic text highlights current research in nursing education as a springboard for graduate students and faculty in their quest for research projects, theses, dissertations, and scholarly activities. It also focuses on the specific sciences of nursing education and program evaluation as they pertain to nursing educators. New chapters address the role of faculty regarding curriculum development and approval processes in changing educational environments; course development strategies for applying learning theories, educational taxonomies, and team-building; needs assessment and the frame factors model; ADN and BSN and pathways to higher degrees; and planning for doctoral education. The fourth edition continues to provide the detailed knowledge and practical applications necessary for new and experienced faculty to participate in essential components of the academic role—instruction, curriculum, and evaluation. At its core, the text discusses the importance of needs assessment and evidence as a basis for revising or developing new programs and highlights requisite resources and political support. With a focus on interdisciplinary collaboration, the book addresses the growth of simulation, how to help new faculty transition into the academic role, and use of curriculum in both practice and academic settings. Additionally, the book describes the history and evolution of current nursing curricula and presents the theories, concepts, and tools necessary for curriculum development. Chapters include objectives, discussion points, learning activities, references, and a glossary. New to the Fourth Edition: Reorganized and updated to reflect recent evidence-based curricular changes and developments Highlights current research New chapter: Implementation of Curriculum – Course Development Strategies for the Application of Learning Theories, Educational Taxonomies, and Instruction Team-Building New chapter on Planning for Undergraduate Programs New content on Needs Assessment and the Frame Factors Model New content on Planning for Doctoral Education in Nursing New content on curriculum evaluation, financial support, budget management, and use of evidence Key Features: Supports new faculty as they transition to academe Addresses the need for preparing more faculty educators as defined by IOM report, the ACA, and the Consensus Model Describes the scope of academic curriculum models at every practice and academic level Threads the concept of interdisciplinary collaboration in education throughout Serves as a CNE Certification Review