A conversion table for reading level measurement tools
by Teaching staff
If AR (accelerated Reader) has used as a reading motivation tool to establish objectives and track progress, it is undoubtedly aware of its ability to evaluate the general levels of reading.
The problem is that the measurement of the reading level is really out of its optimal point as a literacy tool, with better available resources of DRA, Dibels, Lexile, Reading Recovery and Rigby, among others. There is also the issue of availability, and most schools only use one or two or thesis tools, mainly in early elementary school. But what happens if you need to convert a general level from one program to another?
1. Lexile framework for reading
The Lexile framework is the most used tool in American schools. It measures both the complexity of the text and the reading ability of a student on the same scale.
PROS: Integrated into many platforms (EC, MAP Growth, to LOC3000), the easy -to -match books at the student level
Cons: does not take into account the knowledge or interest of the background
The best for: degrees 2+, especially when used with adaptive evaluations
2. FOUNTAS AND PINNELEL (F&P)
This guided reading A – Z system uses the teacher’s observation and the execution of records.
Pros: rich qualitative vision, ideal for small groups
Cons: slow and something subjective
The best for: Guided reading programs K- 5
3. DRA (Development Reading Evaluation)
Pearson evaluations
DRA provides a level of reading based on fluidity, precision and understanding.
Pros: exhaustive snapshots of reading behaviors
Cons: Individual test time requires
THE BEST FOR: K – 3 Diagnostic Use
4. Star reading
Renaissance learning: an adaptive computer test that quickly identifies the reading level of a student and ZPD (proximal development zone).
Pros: fast, scalable, rich in data
Cons: less diagnostic depth
THE BEST FOR: COMPARATIVE EVALUATION AND PROJECTION IN GRADES 2–12
5. Reading diagnosis ready for i
I-Ready.com: This adaptive test provides personalized information on the reading ability of students and links directly to the instructional content.
PROS: Detailed reports, Integrated Study Plan
Cons: patented system; Requires complete acceptance
The best for: schools that use i-listos in all subjects
6. AZ and RAZ-KIDS Reading
These programs assign students to level readers and allow a continuous reading evaluation.
PROS: Huge digital library, incorporated questionnaires
Cons: the leveling is not always aligned with other systems
The best for: Daily reading practice and progress monitoring (degrees K- 5)
7. Informal reading inventories (IRIS)
Varies by the editor: the examples include inventory of qualitative reading and inventory of basic reading
PROS: directed by teachers, offers a rich vision
Cons: not standardized, it takes time
The best for: individual diagnosis and conference -based instruction
A conversion table for reading level measurement tools
A conversion table for reading level measurement tools
