Improving Reading Comprehension of Self-Chosen Books Through Computer Assessment and Feedback: Best Practices from Research Topping Keith James

Schools around the world use online programs like Accelerated Reader and Reading Counts to improve students' reading comprehension of real books, but how can such software be used most effectively? He explains the evidence base for the programs in a comprehensible way and addresses many common questions, such as "Does it work?," "How should it be implemented to make it work?," and "Is it cheaper and more efficient in teacher time than what we were doing before?" He also discusses best practices for using the assessment data, for tailoring implementation in elementary vs. In this unique resource, researcher Keith Topping analyzes independent research studies and brings you best practices on quality implementation to enhance effectiveness.

Appropriate for teachers, literacy coaches, curriculum leaders, and other stakeholders, high schools, and for working with disadvantaged students.