Learning Programs

Learning Programs and Assessment
Education Specialist TEL: 815-753-7091
Education Specialist Program The SASS office has a full time staff member devoted to assisting student-athletes who are most at-risk. Any student-athlete who has a documented learning disability qualifies for this program, and receives specialized one-on-one assistance to ensure a successful academic experience. In addition, the Education Specialist works closely with other resources on campus that provide services to student with disabilities, particularly CAARS office. Other students with developmental needs are also assisted through close one-on-one supervision and instruction in areas of concern.
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NIU CAARS NIU ACCESS NIU CHANCE NIU LASSL NIU Testing Services	Study Skills Websites Dictionary / Thesaurus • http://www.yourdictionary.com/ • http://www.onelook.com/ • http://www.online-dictionary.net/
Learning Assessment
Pre-Testing All incoming student-athletes are prescreened to determine any learning deficiencies to help SASS staff evaluate and provide the most effective services to each individual student-athlete. The student-athlete will take a reading comprehension test and perform a writing sample to help determine possible weaknesses in reading and writing. Student-athletes are required to take a Math Placement exam through NIU’s orientation program, which will help in evaluating Math skills.