- The purpose of the study is to assess the effectiveness of the Reverse Reading Program in improving the reading levels of students who were significantly below their grade levels.
- Pre-tutoring Assessment: Students were assessed at the beginning of the study to establish their baseline reading levels.
- Intervention: Students were tutored using the Reverse Reading Program for 16 weeks.
- Final Assessment: After the 16-week tutoring period, students were assessed again to measure any improvement in their reading levels. Results: Improvements ranged from 18% to 43%. On average, students showed a 25% improvement in their reading levels after participating in the Reverse Reading Program.
- Discussion: The results of this study suggest that the Reverse Reading Program is an effective tool for improving the reading levels of students who are significantly below their grade levels. The program's structured approach and consistent tutoring sessions contributed to the improvements observed. Additionally, the program's design, which requires minimal preparation from tutors; provides fail-proof 15-minute sessions, may have played a role in maintaining student engagement and confidence.
- Findings: The findings of this study indicate that the Reverse Reading Program can be a valuable resource for educators and parents seeking to support students with below-grade-level reading skills. Continued use and further research are recommended to explore the long-term benefits and potential applications of the program.
The Reverse Reading Program offers 200 ready-to-teach lessons. Tutors simply follow the PowerPoint presentations, with no additional preparation required—except a quick run-through before each session. Each lesson is designed to last 15 minutes. The program recommends four 15-minute sessions per week, totaling one hour of tutoring per week. If additional tutoring is desired, one extra 15-minute session can be added, up to a maximum of seven sessions per week (but no more than one per day). Fidelity to the program is crucial. Tutors must meet with students four times per week for 15 minutes each session to ensure the students stay focused and absorb the material. The lessons are designed to be fail-proof, boosting students' confidence and maintaining their engagement within a short timeframe.