Document Type
Article
Journal/Book Title/Conference
The Journal of Educational Research
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Online
Publication Date
5-2-2017
First Page
1
Last Page
13
Abstract
This study replicated, with modifications, previous research of dyad reading using texts at various levels of difficulty (Morgan, 1997). The current project measured the effects of using above–grade-level texts on reading achievement and sought to determine the influences of dyad reading on both lead and assisted readers. Results indicate that weaker readers, using texts at two, three, and four grade levels above their instructional levels with the assistance of lead readers, outscored both proficient and less proficient students in the control group across multiple measures of reading achievement. However, the gains made by assisted readers were not significantly different relative to the various text levels. When all assessments were considered, assisted readers reading texts two grade levels above their instructional levels showed the most robust gains in oral reading fluency and comprehension. Lead readers also benefited from dyad reading and continued their respective reading developmental trajectories across measures.
Recommended Citation
Brown, Lisa Trottier; Mohr, Kathleen A. J.; Wilcox, Bradley R.; and Barrett, Tyson S., "The effects of dyad reading and text difficulty on third-graders’ reading achievement" (2017). Teacher Education and Leadership Faculty Publications. Paper 2322.
https://digitalcommons.usu.edu/teal_facpub/2322
