Reflection on Assessment Case Study

Andrea Edbauer
April 15, 2019

What is it and under what conditions was it created?

This assignment was completed as part of the Literacy 765 course. While taking the course, I
administered a number of assessments with a 6-year-old boy. After conducting the
assessments, I analyzed the results, and recommended next steps to move him forward with
reading and writing.

Why did you select it for this section?

I placed this artifact in the Skillful Practitioner section of my portfolio, because it shows how I
used assessment results to recommend individualized instructional approaches to fit the needs
of the learner. In the case study, I also recognized that the child did not like writing, and I
suggested ways for him to possibly shift his attitudes about writing. This shows that I was
considering his social and emotional needs, as well as trying to get him more engaged and
motivated to write.

Growth and change?

This was my first attempt at writing a case study, so I had to do some research before I began.
While I was teaching, I don’t believe I ever did such an in-depth write-up of a student. I would
write short paragraphs of observations for IEPs or report cards, but focusing so much attention
on one child’s individual needs was a rewarding experience. I only met with the student for two
short sessions, but I am confident that I had an accurate insight on his needs as a literacy
learner.

Moving forward, I think it would be very beneficial to do something similar with all students
when I return to teaching. It would be difficult to find time to write up a four page case study
on each child, but I need to find a better system for organizing assessment results, and
recording next steps. This would help me better meet the needs of each individual learner.

Sub-areas addressed: ​Intellectual, content, learning, curriculum, pedagogy