Dissertations and Theses @ UNI
Availability
Open Access Thesis
Keywords
Lexile Framework for Reading; Reading (Study and teaching);
Abstract
This thesis examines how teachers perceive Lexile level and its value, and whether or not their beliefs inform their practice. To address questions regarding teachers’ beliefs about Lexile level, I designed and implemented an online survey for public school teachers. My research shows that teachers have a favorable view of Lexile level, that they believe both students and parents should be informed of students’ Lexile level, that books should be labeled with Lexile level, and that asking students to read within their Lexile level range is a good practice. This survey research reveals the need to further interrogate whether or not Lexile level has true and applicable value, especially when viewed through a lens of disability studies in education, critical literacy, and the demands of diverse and socially just classroom practices.
Year of Submission
2022
Degree Name
Master of Arts in Education
Department
Department of Curriculum and Instruction
First Advisor
Sohyun Meacham, Chair
Date Original
7-2022
Object Description
1 PDF file (viii, 55 pages)
Copyright
©2022 Kristin Schumacher
Language
en
File Format
application/pdf
Recommended Citation
Schumacher, Kristin, "Lexile levels and their value to public school teachers" (2022). Dissertations and Theses @ UNI. 1246.
https://scholarworks.uni.edu/etd/1246
