Task:This task has 2 parts.Part 1:
Select three (3) reading assessment tools currently used in schools from the choices below. One must include a commercially produced diagnostic normative assessment tool currently used in schools.
Miscue analysis
Multilit
WARP
WARL
NARA- Neale Analysis of Reading Ability
PM Benchmarking Kit
SPAT-R Sutherland Phonological Awareness Test (revised)
The Burt Word Reading Test
TORCH Tests of Reading Comprehension
Waddington Reading Test
YARC York Assessment of Reading ComprehensionFor each of the three assessment tools you will outline the following (500 words for each tool):
1. What element of reading is being assessed?
2. How is it being assessed?
3. Who is it suitable for?
4. Type of assessment?
5. Is there an evidence-base for this assessment tool?
Part 2:
Select one (1) of the reading assessment tools and justify its use. You can discuss this assessment tool in relation to a single student or a specific cohort of students.For this section (1000 words) you will outline the following:
1. A brief profile of student/students
2. Outline why this tool is appropriate for the student/students
3. Justify discussion with clear linkages to research. Consider any limitations