Information on Reading First

Reading First is a federally funded program designed to provide the states and districts with the needed assistance to establish research-based reading programs for students in kindergarten through third grade.

The purpose of Reading First is to ensure that all children learn to read well by the end of third grade.
- Many learning problems are the result of students' difficulties with reading.
- Successful readers are better able to reach their academic potential.
- A body of rigorous research has identified the proven methods of early reading instruction.

The researchers at Dynamic Measurement Group have just published new articles on the DIBELS. The articles include
"The Use of DIBELS for System-Wide Accountability Decisions"
"The Use of DIBELS for Diverse Learners"
"A Response to "The Truth about DIBELS"
"DIBELS Myths and Facts"

Use the link below to go to their website and read these interesting and informative articles.

http://www.dynamicmeasurement.org/publications.html

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