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Begining with an understanding of the nature of leaning difficulties as deficits in information processing, this course introduces the theory and application of diagnostic testing of students with disabilities. Through clasroom instruction and application of skills, students become proficient in the administration of technically-sound, culturally sensitive psycho-educational tests and informal measures to determine functioning levels, underlying deficits and learning styles in the areas of reading, written language, math & learning abilities. Test selection, administration procedures, interpreting and sharing results orally & in writing, and making recommendations are emphasized. The preparation of an educational evaluation is the capstone project of the course.