A sizable representative subsample of the standardization group for the Metropolitan Achievement Tests participated in both the Fall and Spring standardization programs. Fall and Spring test records were matched for all such pupils and Fall-Spring "growth expectancies" were derived. Additionally, the sample was split into three subgroups…

Evaluates the Ginn Reading 360 Programme, which is based on the premise that real reading is comprised of four essential parts: decoding, understanding the written message, critically evaluating that message, and incorporating the writer's ideas into one's own thinking and actions. A comparative study of the reading skills of a group of third…

An overall analysis is made of the impact of Grade 3 Title I reading programs in the State of Michigan. An attempt is made to estimate the effectiveness of particular reading programs for low-scoring, middle-scoring, and high-scoring pupils for the purpose of identifying exemplary programs. In addition, a rank ordering of the various programs…

This report describes the implementation of the Language Education Acceleration Program (LEAP) of Medford, Massachusetts. The program is evaluated. The administration of the program is discussed. Pre and post test results are given and analyzed for the Metropolitan Achievement Test, Stanford Early School Achievement Test, phonics, structural…

This analysis is part of an effort to develop a method of showing accountability for the educational responsibilities of the school system to the children of Atlanta, Ga. Forrest Elementary School serves a low-income community and receives ESEA Title I aid. Faculty planned to look at the effectiveness of its program in raising the reading levels…