Overview

If you have already completed Diagnostic Assessments of Reading with Dr. John Strucker, or completed STAR training, then watch this session to learn how to conduct a remote diagnostic reading interview, including the background questionnaire and assessments of Word Reading, Oral Vocabulary, and Oral Reading Fluency.

    Audience

    This professional development activity/course is designed for:

  • Completers of "Diagnostic Assessments of Reading" PD with Dr. Strucker
  • STAR-trained practitioners
Description

Diagnostic reading assessment is essential to inform instruction and for appropriate class placement.

This workshop will cover how to conduct a remote diagnostic reading interview, including the background questionnaire and assessments of Word Reading, Oral Vocabulary, and Oral Reading Fluency. These remote assessment procedures and materials have been developed to match ABE learners’ varying amounts of technological access and familiarity -- from learners with only cell phones to those with tablets or laptops and access to high speed internet.

Watch the recorded webinar at your own pace by October 31, and complete a brief knowledge check  to solidify your learning and to receive 1 PD hour.

Note: This is a recording of the live webinar on 8/17/2020. It cannot be accessed from the SABES website. Once you have registered and your completion of the prerequisite is verified, you will receive an email from Joanne Harrington at Quinsigamond Community College with instructions on how to access this recorded session.

    Learning Objectives

    Upon completion of this professional development activity/course, you will be able to:

  • Evaluate which remote assessment strategy is appropriate for each learner
  • Conduct remote assessments by various modes including cell phone only, Zoom, or any other virtual platform
Presenter(s) / Facilitator(s)
Prerequisites

Completion of the SABES course, Diagnostic Assessments of Reading, or completion of STAR training

Date
10/09/2020 - 8:00 am
End Date
PD Team
SABES English Language Arts Curriculum & Instruction PD Team
Topic Area
Digital Literacy
ELA
EBRI (Evidence-Based Reading Instruction)
STAR (STudent Achievement in Reading)
PDP Eligible
No